Is the Mitsubishi Montero Sport Reliable?
1997–2004 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Mitsubishi Montero Sport Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 1 | 3 | — | — | 96 | Excellent |
| 2003 | 0 | 23 | 4 | 1 | 81 | Excellent |
| 2002 | 0 | 28 | 9 | 1 | 78 | Good |
| 2001 | 0 | 40 | 4 | — | 86 | Excellent |
| 2000 | 0 | 63 | 10 | 2 | 70 | Good |
| 1999 | 0 | 24 | — | — | 97 | Excellent |
| 1998 | 0 | 23 | 1 | — | 93 | Excellent |
| 1997 | 0 | 17 | — | — | 96 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Montero Sport Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Montero Sport scores 19 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known Mitsubishi Montero Sport Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 221 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Mitsubishi Montero Sport reliable?+
The Mitsubishi Montero Sport scores 87/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 8 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 1 recall campaigns and 221 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Montero Sport is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2004 Montero Sport achieved the highest reliability score of 96/100 with 1 recall and 3 complaints.
How many miles does a Montero Sport last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Mitsubishi Montero Sport owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Montero Sport will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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