Table 1 shows five common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport. The number one most common problem is related to the engine belts and pulleys (twelve problems). The second most common problem is related to the loud engine noise (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine Belts And Pulleys problems | |
| Loud Engine Noise problems | |
| Engine problems | |
| Crankcase (pcv) problems | |
| Gasoline Engine problems |
Vehicle lost power steering and stalled. Crankshaft pulley bolt fell out and harmonic balancer fell off. Causing loss of control and life threatening situation. Read details...
Everytime consumer starts up vehicle there is a loud noise due to back pressure in engine. Consumer has taken vehicle to dealer several time, but cannot determine cause. Consumer has also had ac repaired on three occassions. Read details...
I am inquiring on whether or not other other Montero Sport ES owners have had the same problem with the bolt snapping and whether Mitsubishi is doing another one of its cover ups. Mitsubishi has agreed to paying for the replacement of parts and I have to cover labor. Read details...