Mitsubishi Montero Sport 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 Sport — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004Best | Excellent | 1 | 3 | — | — | — | Fuel/Propulsion System | Full report → |
| 2003 | Caution | — | 23 | 6 | 4 | 1 | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2002 | Caution | — | 28 | 9 | 9 | 1 | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2001 | Caution | — | 40 | 6 | 4 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2000Worst | Avoid | — | 63 | 12 | 10 | 2 | Power Train | Full report → |
| 1999 | Good | 1 | 24 | — | — | — | Equipment | Full report → |
| 1998 | Good | — | 23 | 2 | 1 | — | Engine And Engine Cooling | Full report → |
| 1997 | Good | — | 17 | 1 | — | — | Engine And Engine Cooling | Full report → |
8 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Mitsubishi Montero Sport Problems
Based on 221 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Mitsubishi Montero Sport Reliability
What year Montero Sport has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 63 complaints and 0 safety recalls. See the full 2000 report for specific defects.
Is the Mitsubishi Montero Sport reliable?
The Mitsubishi Montero Sport has accumulated 221 owner-filed complaints and 2 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. There have been 4 reported deaths associated with complaints. The 2004 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Montero Sport.
What are the most common Montero Sport problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Engine And Engine Cooling (29 reports), Service Brakes / Hydraulic (26 reports), Power Train (23 reports), Air Bags (20 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Montero Sport has an open recall?
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