Mitsubishi Montero Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

Q: How many recalls does the Mitsubishi Montero have?

The Mitsubishi Montero has 2 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA, spanning model years 1999 through 1999. Individual vehicles may be subject to fewer recalls depending on their specific model year and production date.

Q: Is my Montero under recall?

Whether your specific Montero is subject to a recall depends on your vehicle's exact VIN, not just the model year. A recall may apply to a specific production date range or certain build configurations. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov/recalls to see which, if any, open recalls apply to your exact vehicle.

Q: What is the most recalled Montero year?

Based on NHTSA recall data, the 1999 Mitsubishi Montero has the most recall campaigns associated with it, with 2 campaigns. However, this reflects recall campaigns for that model year — not necessarily the number of defects in vehicles built that year.

2 recall campaigns on record across 1 model year of the Mitsubishi Montero. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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Recall Campaigns

522

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

1 affected model years41 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 1999

Affected Model Years

19992R · 24C

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Other1 campaign (50%)

Airbag1 campaign (50%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Mitsubishi Montero

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

SERVICE BRAKES

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

SUSPENSION

SUSPENSION:FRONT

Based on 522 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 3 deaths and 61 injuries reported.

All Mitsubishi Montero Recall Campaigns

#04V4280001999 Mitsubishi MonteroOther

Issued: Jan 9, 2004

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.' THE BILINGUAL ENGLISH/SPANISH REMOVABLE AIR BAG WARNING LABELS AFFIXED TO THE DASH AND TO THE SUNVISOR DO NOT MEET THE SIZE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.

Risk: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.

Remedy: MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN WILL MAIL A CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION LETTER CONTAINING A WRITTEN DESCRIPTION AND A GRAPHIC OF THE BI-LINGUAL DASHBOARD AIR BAG WARNING LABEL. IN ADDITION, ALL CURRENT 2000-2004 NATI…

#20V0350001999 Mitsubishi MonteroAirbag

Issued: Invalid Date

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 1998-2000 Montero vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may abs…

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag may not properly protect t…

Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 25, 2021. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number …

Recalls by Component

1Airbag Recalls

#20V035000MY 1999

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 1998-2000 Montero vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do no…

Mitsubishi Montero Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Mitsubishi Montero have?

The Mitsubishi Montero has 2 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 1999 through 1999.

Is my Montero under recall?

Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.

What is the most recalled Montero year?

Based on NHTSA data, the 1999 Mitsubishi Montero has the highest recall campaign count (2 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.

Does a Montero recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?

Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Who pays for recall repairs on a Montero?

The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

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Model-level recall data tells you what campaigns exist. A VIN-specific check tells you exactly which ones apply to your vehicle — based on production date, serial number, and configuration.

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