CarRecallWatchThe 1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (14 reports).
1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport recalls
Most common 1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport problems
Problem areas named in the 29 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 14 |
| Steering | 4 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 MITSUBISHI MONTERO SPORT. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 55 AND 65 MPH, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BALL JOINTS, WHEEL BEARINGS, TRANSMISSION MOUNT, UNIVERSAL BOLT, AND TIRES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 00V311001 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING), BUT THE VIN WAS EXCLUDED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 114,000.
VEHICLE LOST POWER STEERING AND STALLED. CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT FELL OUT AND HARMONIC BALANCER FELL OFF.CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL AND LIFE THREATENING SITUATION. *TR
COMMON PROBLEM WITH THESE, CRANK SHAFT PULLEY BOLT DEFECTIVE SHOULD HAVE RECALLED ALL OF THEM. *TR
CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT CAME LOOSE CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING. HAD TO STEER VERY HARD MANUALLY TO PARK CAR. DANGEROUS SITUATION. *TR
STEERING TERMINAL CAME OFF MAKING THE VEHICLE GO IN DANGER. *TR
1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport questions
Does the 1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport: Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
Based on 29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (14), Steering (4), Structure (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport 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.