CarRecallWatchThe 1989 Mitsubishi Montero has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes.
The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (2 reports).
2Recalls
10Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1989 Mitsubishi Montero recalls
Most common 1989 Mitsubishi Montero problems
Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
What owners report
THE HORN WAS INOPERATIVE. THE CONSUMER HAD TO DISCONNECT THE HORN CONNECTOR TO STOP THE HORN FROM OPERATING. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT PROBLEM WAS NOT COVERED UNDER A RECALL. *JB *TC
FIRST TIRE BLOWOUT JUST AFTER LEAVING PARING LOT AT WORK. SECOND TIRE BLOWOUT WHILE DRIVING TO WORK. THIRD TIRE REPLACED IN PARKING LOT AT WORK WHEN IT STARTED TO VIBRATE AND SHOWED DAMAGE INDICATING A PLY SEPARATION WAS IMMINENT. FOURTH TIRE BLEW OUT AT 65 MPH ON INTERSTATE 10 NEAR BENSON, AZ, WITHOUT ANY WARNING. *AK( DOT NUMBER: ELBNCJL495 TIRE SIZE: P235/75 R1 )
WE HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS PROBLEM ON THREE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS IN THE PAST YEAR. OUR MECHANIC BELIEVES THAT IT IS A FLAW IN THE DESIGN OF THE PARTS INVOLVED. WE HAVE BEEN TOLD BY THE MECHANIC THAT HE WON'T EVEN ATTEMPT TO FIX THE VEHICLE IN THE FUTURE. HE HAS TOLD US TO SELL THE CAR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE, BECAUSE HE CAN GIVE US A "WRITTEN GAURANTEE THAT THE SAME PROBLEM WILL HAPPEN AGAIN. WE HAVE SPENT AROUND $900.00 SO FAR ON THIS PROBLEM, AND THE ESTIMATE TO GET IT FIXED AGAIN IS $1400.00. OUR FAMILY HAS BEEN WITHOUT A VEHICLE FOR OVER A MONTH BECAUSE WE CAN'T AFFORD THE REPAIR COST.
ENGINE CRANKSHAFT:PULLEY BOLTS BROKE.
THE TIE ROD BROKE INSIDE THE ADJUSTMENT SLEEVE.
1989 Mitsubishi Montero questions
Does the 1989 Mitsubishi Montero have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1989 Mitsubishi Montero: Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly; Vehicle Speed Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1989 Mitsubishi Montero?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (2), Steering (2), Suspension (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1989 Mitsubishi 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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