Is the Mitsubishi Montero Reliable?
1997–2006 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints. Updated daily from federal safety databases.
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Mitsubishi Montero Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 0 | 4 | 96 | Excellent |
| 2005 | 0 | 1 | 99 | Excellent |
| 2004 | 3 | 5 | 80 | Excellent |
| 2003 | 2 | 0 | 90 | Excellent |
| 2002 | 3 | 174 | 29 | Poor |
| 2001 | 4 | 0 | 80 | Excellent |
| 2000 | 2 | 56 | 58 | Fair |
| 1999 | 2 | 40 | 50 | Fair |
| 1998 | 4 | 80 | 43 | Poor |
| 1997 | 2 | 98 | 55 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Montero Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Montero scores exactly at the suv average.
Known Mitsubishi Montero Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 458 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Mitsubishi Montero reliable?+
The Mitsubishi Montero scores 68/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 22 recall campaigns and 458 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Montero is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2005 Montero achieved the highest reliability score of 99/100 with 0 recalls and 1 complaints.
How many miles does a Montero last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Mitsubishi Montero owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Montero will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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