Mitsubishi Montero owners have reported 15 gasoline fuel system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common gasoline fuel system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's fuel delivery (4 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's gasoline storage (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Fuel Delivery problems | |
| Gasoline Storage problems | |
| Tank Assembly problems | |
| Gasoline Fuel System problems | |
| Fuel Injection problems | |
| Tank Filler Pipe And Cap problems |
This car have a lot of problem that the dealer cannot resolved or fix, it first started on Nov 15,2002 when the car stalled when on idle. I called the dealer the next day Nov 16,2002 and address the problem, but they told me if the same problem happen, bring it to the nearest dealer. Read details...
Previously reported similar problem in Nov. 2004 (reference no. 10101312) fuel leakage, acceleration/power loss at critical times of highway travel. SUV is now parked due fueling system problems and unreliability. SUV was repaired at fazeli misubishi 11/2004. Read details...
I started to smell gas when near the Montero. I thought it was another recall notice about a valve sealing but it got worse, and I started noticing a gas puddle under the Montero. I removed the plastic shield from around the tank and found an area about 9" x 7" had surface rust on it and Read details...
The vehicle was parked and idling. I was in the driver's seat when a fire broke out and the flames caused me severe burns to my body. I was nearly asphyxiated. The car was a total loss. Read details...
Hesitation when accelerating from stop. Read details...