Mitsubishi Montero Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Mitsubishi Montero — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006Best | Excellent | — | 1 | — | — | — | Fuel/Propulsion System | Full report → |
| 2005 | Excellent | — | 1 | — | — | — | Steering | Full report → |
| 2004 | Good | 3 | 5 | — | — | — | Service Brakes | Full report → |
| 2003 | Good | 2 | 32 | 3 | 4 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2002 | Caution | 2 | 66 | 4 | 4 | — | Service Brakes | Full report → |
| 2001Worst | Avoid | 3 | 112 | 9 | 7 | — | Service Brakes / Hydraulic | Full report → |
| 2000 | Good | 1 | 32 | 1 | 1 | — | Service Brakes / Hydraulic | Full report → |
| 1999 | Good | 1 | 24 | 2 | 3 | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 1998 | Avoid | 3 | 46 | 8 | 18 | — | Suspension | Full report → |
| 1997 | Caution | 2 | 38 | 1 | 4 | — | Service Brakes / Hydraulic | Full report → |
10 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Mitsubishi Montero Problems
Based on 357 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Mitsubishi Montero Reliability
What year Montero has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2001 Mitsubishi Montero had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 112 complaints and 3 safety recalls. See the full 2001 report for specific defects.
Is the Mitsubishi Montero reliable?
The Mitsubishi Montero has accumulated 357 owner-filed complaints and 17 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2006 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Montero.
What are the most common Montero problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Service Brakes / Hydraulic (79 reports), Engine And Engine Cooling (33 reports), Electrical System (27 reports), Suspension (27 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Montero has an open recall?
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