Mitsubishi Montero owners have reported 14 tire related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common tire problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire (10 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire tread/belt (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tire problems | |
| Tire Tread/belt problems | |
| Tire Sidewall problems | |
| Tire Blowout problems |
Husband had a vehicle wreck, the car would not stop on snow. Contact felt tires were not right for climate. Had tires rotated and pressure checked regularly. Was told by manufacturer that the psi should be 35, but the door sticker indicated 29 psi. Tires did not work well in snow. Read details...
While driving 65 mph the passenger side rear tire tread separated from the side wall. The cause of the problem has not been determined. When the tire was taken to firestone they determined that the tire had a flat but the consumer stated it was not a flat tire because it exploded. Read details...
Cruise wil not disengage due to stop lamp switch failure Read details...
Bridgestone, dueler ht-689, p265/70r16, dot # elljjnm3701, original equipment on a 2002, Mitsubishi, Montero with 11400 miles. Passenger's side rear tire blewout at 65-70 mph. Read details...