CarRecallWatchThe 1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Montero has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (1 report).
1Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Montero recalls
Most common 1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Montero problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH ON A HIGHWAY DURING DRY ROAD CONDITIONS, THERE WAS A SMELL OF SOMETHING BURNING. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER AND THERE WAS WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED WHO EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THERE WAS AN NHTSA RECALL, # 99V041000, REGARDING THE POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO THE VIN.
DT: THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A FIRE IN VEHICLE. SHE BELIEVED THERE MAY HAVE BEEN AN EXPLOSION BECAUSE THE WINDOWS WERE SHATTERED ON THE GROUND. SHE SAID THAT IT LOOKED AS THOUGH THE FIRE CAME FROM WHERE THE RADIO AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM WAS LOCATED ON THE DASHBOARD. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN INSPECTED TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE. THE DEALERSHIP SAID THAT SHE WOULD NEED TO PAY FOR THE VEHICLE TO BE INSPECTED.*AK
WHEN CONSUMER TURNS OR CHANGES LANES VEHICLE HAS EXCESSIVE MOVEMENT. CONSUMER IS CONCERNED THAT VEHICLE COULD TURN OVER ON THE ROAD. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK *SLC
1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Montero questions
Does the 1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Montero have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Montero: Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Montero?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (1), Structure (1), Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Montero has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
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