Engine
3.0L 6-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Engine & cooling
37 complaint records
"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT WARNING VEHICLE SHUT DOWN DUE TO THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BELT FALLING OFF. *AK..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse engine & cooling parts in the directory →
Steering
12 complaint records3 crash reports
"THE STEERING MALFUNCTIONED CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, THE CAR SWIRVED AND FLIPPED OVER EJECTING THE DRIVER FROM THE VEHICLE. NLM..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse steering parts in the directory →
Brakes
9 complaint records2 crash reports
"BRAKE PEDAL GETS HARD, AND BRAKES LOCKUP, VEHICLE SLOWS DOWN, AND THEN RELEASES ITSELF, REPLACED BRAKE BOOSTER/MASTER CYLINDER/BLEED THE BRAKES, TO NO AVAIL...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse brakes parts in the directory →
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 00V311001 | Engine And Engine Cooling | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES: MIRAGE MODEL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 1.5L ENGINES; MONTERO SPORT MODELS EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L ENGINES; AND MONTERO MODELS EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L ENGINES. | Normally free |
| 98V205000 | Unknown Or Other | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ACCESSORY CARGO MATS IN THE THIRD-SEAT AND CARGO AREA. THIS CARGO MAT INTERFERES WITH THE LATCHING INTEGRITY OF THE FOLDING THIRD SEATS. | Normally free |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| TSB-22-54-003 Apr 2022 | Exterior Lighting | This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part. | |
| TT253 Nov 2019 | Equipment | This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. | |
| TSB-19-00-008 Jul 2019 | Equipment | This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label. | |
| TT237 Feb 2018 | Equipment | This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. | |
| TT218 Aug 2015 | Wheels | This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. |
Show 39 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| TSB-15-54-004 Jul 2015 | Equipment | This TSB contains troubleshooting steps for diagnosis of various customer complaints relating to the audio system speakers in Mitsubishi vehicles equipped with original equipment audio components. | |
| TT217 Jul 2015 | Power Train | This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. | |
| TT195 Mar 2013 | Steering | This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. | |
| TTIndex12 Mar 2013 | Equipment | This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012. | |
| TT194 Feb 2013 | Power Train | This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. | |
| TSB-13-42A-002 Jan 2013 | Structure | This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals. | |
| TT193 Jan 2013 | Fuel System | This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. | |
| TT192 Dec 2012 | Electrical System | This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. | |
| TT191 Nov 2012 | Service Brakes | This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. | |
| 06012004 Jun 2004 | Structure | ALARM SOUNDS WHEN UNLOCKING. *EH | |
| 0316001 Apr 2003 | Electrical System | SPARK PLUG CABLE IDENTIFICATION - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TT | |
| 67 Feb 2001 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SUBJECT REGARDING CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT REPLACEMENT. *JB | |
| TIN01SR003 Jan 2001 | Engine And Engine Cooling | TECHNICAL INFORMATION REGARDING CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT REPLACEMENT. *TT | |
| ATIN01SR002 Jan 2001 | Engine And Engine Cooling | THIS ADVANCE TECHNICAL INFORMATION NOTICE STATES THAT MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA, INC. (MMSA) IS VOLUNTARILY RECALLING AFFECTED VEHICLES FOR A POSSIBLE LOOSE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT. *TT | |
| SR01002 Jan 2001 | Engine And Engine Cooling | MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA, INC. IS VOLUNTARILY RECALLING CERTAIN AFFECTED VEHICLES FOR A POSSIBLE LOOSE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT. *TT | |
| TSB0013003 Apr 2000 | Fuel System | INFORMATION CONTAINING RECOMMENDED FUELS FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES. *TT | |
| 9922003 Oct 1999 | Power Train | THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS RECOMMENDED MANUAL TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE INFORMATION. *TT | |
| 9923010 Oct 1999 | Power Train | THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS RECOMMENDED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE INFORMATION. *TT | |
| TSB992700 Jun 1999 | Power Train | CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF A WHINE COMING FROM THE DIFFERENTIAL. *TT | |
| SR98004 Oct 1998 | Structure | MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA, INC. IS VOLUNTARILY RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES TO MODIFY THE REAR CARGO AREA CARPET (MAT). *TT | |
| 9827001 Sep 1998 | Power Train | PROCEDURES FOR ELIMINATING OR REDUCING AN APPARENT DIFFERENTIAL WHINING NOISE. *YC | |
| 96V143 Aug 1998 | Service Brakes | MMSA HAS DETERMINED THAT UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THE FRONT LOWER BRAKE HOSES MAY DEVELOP A CRACK, CAUSING A LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID. *TT | |
| 9851003 Aug 1998 | Structure | SOME VEHICLES EXPERIENCE PAINT PEELING FROM THE ROOF RACK SURFACE. *YC | |
| 9823012 Aug 1998 | Power Train | PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ADJUSTMENT SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. YD | |
| TSB9813005 Jun 1998 | Vehicle Speed Control | VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE LONG COLD START TIMES, SAG DURING WARM-UP, AND STALLING. *TT | |
| 97110154013 Nov 1997 | Equipment | INFORMATION CONTAINING ADDITIONAL GLASS ANTENNA CAUTIONS AND INSPECTION PROCEDURES. *YC | |
| 97090152B003 Sep 1997 | Equipment | SERVICE MANUAL REVISION ON SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS. *YC | |
| 97090154009 Sep 1997 | Exterior Lighting | INFORMATION CONTAINING A NEW AND REVISED PROCEDURES FOR ADJUSTING HEADLIGHTS AIM ON AFFECTED VEHICLES. *YC | |
| 97090114001 Sep 1997 | Engine And Engine Cooling | PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING THE WATER PASSAGE GASKETS ON VARIOUS VEHICLES. *YC | |
| TSB9711009 May 1997 | Unknown Or Other | CORRECTED UPPER OIL PAN INSTALLATION PROCEDURES - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TW | |
| TSB9711007 May 1997 | Unknown Or Other | CORRECTED CYLINDER HEAD BOLT TIGHTENING PROCEDURES - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TW | |
| TSB9711006 May 1997 | Unknown Or Other | THROTTLE BODY PROCEDURES - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TW | |
| TSB9716004 May 1997 | Unknown Or Other | GENERATOR STATOR REMOVAL - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TW | |
| 97040113007 Apr 1997 | Fuel System | SPECIFICATIONS FOR AFFECTED VEHICLES. *YC | |
| TSB9711002 Feb 1997 | Engine And Engine Cooling | NEW VALVE LASH ADJUSTER NOISE CHECKING AND TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES. *JD | |
| TSB9742A003 Feb 1997 | Visibility | POWER WINDOW MOTOR AND REGULATOR ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES. *JD | |
| TSB9752B002 Feb 1997 | Air Bags | ADDITIONAL SRS AIR BAG TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES- SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *JD | |
| TSB9754002 Jan 1997 | Equipment | CORRECTED MOTOR ANTENNA AND CONTROL UNIT INSPECTION PROCEDURES- SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *JD | |
| TSB9637A003 Dec 1996 | Steering | STEERING COLUMN KNOCKING NOISE OR VIBRATION. *TW |
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
- Drive one straight highway stretch and one slow parking lot.Wander or a shimmy over bumps at speed, and heavy or dropped assist at low speed, are the two faces of this vehicle's steering cluster. A clunk on turn-in points at the linkage.
- Brake hard once from speed on an empty road.A pull to one side, a pulsing pedal, a pedal that sinks at a stop, or an ABS light that stays lit are the brake complaints on this vehicle presenting themselves.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 2 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
The generic parts list for this vehicle has its own page: a search launcher for every system, filtered by fuel type and era but not by engine, trim, or brake type. It is not a diagnosis and not a fitment guarantee.
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