CarRecallWatchThe 1996 Mitsubishi Montero has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (10 reports).
1996 Mitsubishi Montero recalls
Most common 1996 Mitsubishi Montero problems
Problem areas named in the 27 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 10 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 |
| Steering | 5 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Equipment | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Child Seat | 1 |
What owners report
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 MITSUBISHI MONTERO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BOLTS OF THE CRANK SHAFT PULLEY HAVE FALLEN. SHE HEARD A STRANGE NOISE WHILE DRIVING AND ALL OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. SHE ALSO STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED HER TO CALL AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE DEALER STATED THAT NO RECALLS FOR THESE FAILURES WERE AVAILABLE FOR HER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT RESEARCHED THE NHTSA WEBSITE AND FOUND A RECALL THAT RELATES TO THESE FAILURES. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 146,000. UPDATED 01/02/08. *LJ RECALL#00V311001. UPDATED 12/12/07 , REMAILED COMPLAINT EVOQ 2/07/08. *LJ
WHILE DRIVING STEERING FAILED. THE CRANKSHAFT BOLT THAT HELD IT DISENGAGED. RECALL 00V311001 WAS ISSUED. *AK
NAR 03/05/2003 THE CONSUMER REAR DOOR HINGES HAD TO BE REPLACED , THE TIE ROD BROKE ON THE TRUCK, AND THE WATER PUMP FROZE SEIZING POWER TO THE TIMING BELT.
WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 40-45 MPH METAL THAT KEPT THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BACK UP RIGHT BROKE ON THE RIGHT SIDE. WHEN THIS OCCURRED DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BACK DECLINED BACKWARDS ON THE RIGHT SIDE. THIS REDUCED THE DRIVER'S VISIBILITY. DRIVER HAD TO PULL OFF THE ROAD. THE ENTIRE SEAT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK
THE BUTTERFLY VALVE IN THE INTAKE PLENUM IN THE 3.5L DOHC COMES LOOSE AND DROPS INTO THE MOTOR WHICH CAN CAUSE IT TO STOP SUDDENLY, THIS PROBLEM IS KNOWN BY THE MANUFACTURER, WHICH IS APPARENT BECAUSE THEY HAVE MADE A REPLACEMENT PART TO FIX IT; HOWEVER, IT IS EXPENSIVE AND THEY DO NOT HELP WITH THE COST. *LA
1996 Mitsubishi Montero questions
Does the 1996 Mitsubishi Montero have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1996 Mitsubishi Montero: Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine; Unknown Or Other. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Mitsubishi Montero?
Based on 27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (10), Unknown Or Other (6), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (6).
How do I check if a recall on my 1996 Mitsubishi Montero has been fixed?
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