Tire Problems of Mitsubishi Montero Sport

Mitsubishi Montero Sport owners have reported 9 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 (4 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire blowout (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Tire related problems of Mitsubishi Montero Sport


Recently reported Tire problems of Mitsubishi Montero Sport

The Tire problem

The contact owns a 1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport. While driving between 55 and 65 mph, the front end of the vehicle shook violently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ball joints, wheel bearings, transmission mount, universal bolt, and tires needed to be replaced.   Read details...

The Tire Blowout problem

I sent a description of the accident the odi number is 769218. Just in case you didn't get it I'll go over the details again. On may 21, 2002 my two right tires blew out while I was going approximately 30 mph. As a result of the blow out my car collided with the ground and went out of control.   Read details...

The Tire Valve problem

Tires purchase new, maintained well with approx 25k miles of wear. With no notice, had a tread separation on front right tire. Took to dealer and it was replaced with only a partial credit for warranty. Other tires were inspected and told it was a fluke.   Read details...

The Tire Tread/belt problem

While driving vehicle started to shake. Both front tire treads bubbled up. Kelly, safari tire.   Read details...




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