Mitsubishi Montero owners have reported 54 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 20 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission (14 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's differential unit (6 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
The vehicle stalled while slowing down for a stop light. Although the vehicle is in drive it sometimes rolls backwards as if it is in neutral. Read details...
Loud humming noise from the drivers side rear end. Excessive wear on rear drivers side tire. Got louder the higher the mph went. Had mechanic inspect and found the arm from the wheel to the differential was separated and about to come apart. Mistubishi dealer repaired and charged 2100. 00 to fix. Read details...
The contact owns a 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. The contact heard a loud piercing sound when the ignition was started. All of the warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 230,000. Read details...
The contact stated that while driving on an incline the gear shift indicator moved from drive to neutral. The vehicle would not move forward, so he pulled over. Upon stopping the check engine light came on. There was smoke coming from under the hood, but no fire. Read details...
The contact owns a 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. While driving various speeds, the transfer case warning indicator illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the front transfer case sensor needed to be replaced. Read details...