Body Problems of Mitsubishi Montero Sport

Mitsubishi Montero Sport owners have reported 10 problems related to body (under the structure category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Mitsubishi Montero Sport based on all problems reported for the Montero Sport.

1 Body problem of the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport

Failure Date: 03/27/2017

The hood flew up when safety latch failed to hold it,, plus brake line troubles as well as gas tank fill pipe all rusted out,, hood was on highway at about 30mph an wrapped arround windshield,,.

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2 Body problem of the 2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport

Failure Date: 09/10/2015

My Mitsubishi Montero Sport 00, has frame rot, will not pass inspection, it definitely should be a factory recall, so many complaints, and safe issues.

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3 Body problem of the 2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport

Failure Date: 01/24/2015

I took my vehicle for a back brake inspection. It was found that the underbody of the vehicle was severely corroded with rust and some underbody framework rotted through. The structure of the vehicle was declared unrepairable and unsafe to drive due to underbody rust and corrosion to the metal.

4 Body problem of the 2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport

Failure Date: 10/28/2014

Lost control of vehicle and proceeded to drive onto shoulder. After checking I noticed the frame had ripped ,broken off. The passenger side frame was completely rotted for 3-4 feet. From the front door to the rear wheel . After inspection of the entire frame the driver side is unaffected which leads me to believe it is poor metal/frame from the factory,no anty corrosion was apply to the metal frame from Mitsubishi factory. G. V.

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5 Body problem of the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport

Failure Date: 11/30/2013

Brought 2002 Montero Sport for inspection inspector told me the rear frame and undercarriage was rotten vehicle was not to be driven. What do I do with vehicle now that I just paid it off and I cant drive?.

6 Body problem of the 2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport

Failure Date: 11/10/2013

While driving on the highway. I lost control of vehicle and proceeded to drive onto shoulder. After quickly checking tires, etc. I noticed the frame had ripped in half. The driver side frame was completely rotted for 4-5 feet. From the front door to the rear wheel well. After inspection of the entire frame the passenger side is unaffected which leads me to believe it is poor metal/frame from the factory.

7 Body problem of the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport

Failure Date: 05/03/2013

Tl- the contact owns a 2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport. The contact stated that during a routine inspection, the contact was advised that the frame was rotting and there were twenty two inch-long fractures found in the frame. A dealer was notified but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 93,000. Kmj.

8 Body problem of the 2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport

Failure Date: 11/26/2012

The contact owns a 2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, he began to hear a banging noise from the rear passenger side of the vehicle. Upon further inspection, he noticed that part of the frame was fractured. The contact reattached the frame and took the vehicle to an independent mechanic to repair the failure. After diagnosis, he was advised that the entire frame exhibited severe rust, fracturing and that the vehicle was no longer able to be driven. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure and current mileage was 143,000.

9 Body problem of the 2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport

Failure Date: 09/29/2012

The contact owns a 2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken for state inspection and the contact was told that the rear axle, frame and the structure of the vehicle were completely rusted. The state inspection officer advised the contact that the vehicle could not be repaired. The vehicle had not been taken to the dealer. The failure and current mileages were 109,000.

10 Body problem of the 2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport

Failure Date: 07/02/2009

The contact owns a 2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport. While the contact was having his vehicle inspected he was informed that it was rotten and that there were holes in the frame. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. The current and failure mileages were 134000.


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