We found the following complaints for MITSUBISHI MONTERO (1996)
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Our century "smart move" infant/toddler carseat did not install securely.it wobbled & did not fit in the middle back seat correctly - it blocked our viewout of the back window.we ended up exchanging it for the fisher price carseat, and like it much better.a friend of mine also returned her "smartmove" for the same reason.
Engine checklight appears to be malfunctioning.auto has been serviced for the check engine light/srs light repeatedly.the computer reading states to replace various sensors.sensors have been replaced and the check engine light continues to come on.problem is perplexing service mechanics -vehicle owner fearful srs may not function properly.vehicle in service over 7 weeks.
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
While driving the engine and battery lights had come on, the consumer was unable to steer the vehicle (loss of power).the engine was still running, but vehicle would not move.contacted dealer.the crankshaft pulley bolt had broken.there is a recall, 00v311001, but this vehicle is not included due to vin.consumer states that she has always had trouble with the engine light illuminating.*scc
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. *ljrecall#00v311001. Updated 12/12/07 , remailed complaint evoq 2/07/08.*lj
Nhtsa recall 00-v-311-001:montero models equipped with 3.0l engines. Bolt securing the crankshaft pulley can become loose and the pulley could fall off the vehicle. Dealer won't honor this recall in puerto rico.
Vehicle abruptly loses significant power. Also, check engine light comes on.
While driving steering failed. The crankshaft bolt that heldit disengaged.recall 00v311001 was issued.
Nhtsa recall 00-v-311-001 concerningmirage model vehicles equipped with 1.5l engines;montero sport models equipped with 3.0l engines; and montero models equipped with 3.0l engines.the bolt securing the crankshaft pulley can become loose and the pulley could fall off the vehicle.recall repairs failed in this vehicle.
Transmission will not shift when vehicle is cold. Manufacturer said it's an emission problem. Informed it's normal. Takes too long to warm up before shifting.
There were three manufacturer's recalls.it has been two years since they were issued,and manufacturerhasn't complied with themup to this date.
Engine stalled at stop light.mechanic found a butterfly screw on the plenum manifold came off and fell into engine, part no md 3359040, caused $ 4000 damage.dealer had to tighten and use lock tight screws to prevent this from happening again.
Cd player/stereo speaker failed.
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.
Transmission overdrive defective.
While driving enginecheck light illuminated, indicating a malfunction.dealer stated that this occurredbecause ofinterference in the transmission control module caused by cell phone use.please give any further details.
Transmission will not shift when vehicle is cold. Manufacturer said it's an emission problem. Informed it's normal. Takes too long to warm up before shifting.
Torque converter failed.
While driving between 40-45 mph metal that kept the driver side seat back up right broke on the right side. When this occurreddriver'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.
Abs braking system was not operable and brake light came ondashboard.brakes made grinding and streaking noises.also,vehicle was taken to the dealership twice and rotors were replaced.
When stopping the vehicle makes a very rough stop. Owner believes thathe can see brake fluid on the front wheels. The rotors have been replaced twice within a two year period. The brake fluid reservoir has to be replenished every few thousand miles. Dealer not able to correct problem. Owner continues to experience brake problems.
1996 mitsubishi montero seems prone to premature brake wear, in normal driving conditions.i've had to replace pads at 17,000 miles, 30,000, and it appears replacement will again be necessary at 40,000 miles.
Premature brake pad wear.
When stopping the vehicle makes a very rough stop. Owner believes thathe can see brake fluid on the front wheels. The rotors have been replaced twice within a two year period. The brake fluid reservoir has to be replenished every few thousand miles. Dealer not able to correct problem. Owner continues to experience brake problems.
Abs braking system was not operable and brake light came ondashboard.brakes made grinding and streaking noises.also,vehicle was taken to the dealership twice and rotors were replaced.
While driving steering failed. The crankshaft bolt that heldit disengaged.recall 00v311001 was issued.
I lost control of the vehicle.i could have been badly injured,or killed.iwas very lucky. (tiresize: 235-75r15)
I lost control of the vehicle.i could have been badly injured,or killed.iwas very lucky.
Vehicle began to drift, no response from steering wheel.vehicle rolled down embankment, rolling over.driver heard loud noise at time of steering failure.
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.
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.
Back door hinges have rusted. Dealer has inspectedvehicle, and will replace hinges.
Consumerreceivedrecall98v205000 onfloor mats for3rd row seat. Had it serviced. However,2nd row seat also had same problem. Dealer has been notified.
Vehicle abruptly loses significant power. Also, check engine light comes on.
Engine checklight appears to be malfunctioning.auto has been serviced for the check engine light/srs light repeatedly.the computer reading states to replace various sensors.sensors have been replaced and the check engine light continues to come on.problem is perplexing service mechanics -vehicle owner fearful srs may not function properly.vehicle in service over 7 weeks.
While driving enginecheck light illuminated, indicating a malfunction.dealer stated that this occurredbecause ofinterference in the transmission control module caused by cell phone use.please give any further details.
When driving at highway speed traveling about 55 mph, and upon depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle loses power without warning. Alsothe check engine light comes onthe dashboard. Consumer has contacted the dealer, parts have been replaced.
While driving the engine and battery lights had come on, the consumer was unable to steer the vehicle (loss of power).the engine was still running, but vehicle would not move.contacted dealer.the crankshaft pulley bolt had broken.there is a recall, 00v311001, but this vehicle is not included due to vin.consumer states that she has always had trouble with the engine light illuminating.*scc
When driving at highway speed traveling about 55 mph, and upon depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle loses power without warning. Alsothe check engine light comes onthe dashboard. Consumer has contacted the dealer, parts have been replaced.
Rear view mirrors defective, causing poor visibility.
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