Major Problems with 2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport Derived from Complaints & Recalls

Custom-fit Add-ons

Torque wrench
Mechanic tool set
Tool box

Worst 3 complaints of 2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport

2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport FRONTAL Victims: 1

2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport FRONTAL Victims: 1 Mileage: 50000 miles

2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport SUSPENSION Mileage: 214108 miles

Browse 2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport complaints by category

Problems with STEERING, HORN, SERVICE BRAKES and HYDRAULIC are the most frequent issues recorded by the NHTSA from Mitsubishi Montero Sport owners.

Problem Category	Number of Problems
STEERING consumer was making a turn and heard a noise from linkage. apparently there was no grease applied to ball joints...	5 ~ 110478 miles
HORN > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM this past winter (2004) when the temperature dipped to the low 20's my horn went off for no apparent reason....	3 ~ 78837 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC i have a 2001 mitsubishi montero sport ls 2wd which i purchased new and approximately 14 month after i purchased...	3 ~ 17674 miles
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS while driving 55mph consumer rearended a parked vehicle and airbags did not deploy. frontal impact dealer contacted. *ak there was	3 ~ 50000 miles
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING i have a mistusbishi montero sport xls 2001 3.0. now i have only had the car for 2yrs i kept...	2 ~ 72820 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM the check engine light came on so i took the car to the dealer right away. i was told that...	2 ~ 100881 miles
ROTOR > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS the rotors and braking system on the 2001 montero sport are undersized for the weight of the vehicle. at 4217...	2 ~ 9609 miles
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN i'd noticed previously my car would shake as if it was going to fall dead but wouldn't or there would...	2
SUSPENSION rear suspension vibrates when traveling 55mph or above. dealer has replaced brakes. dealer also did an alignment and balanced/ rotated	2 ~ 214108 miles
HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC consumer received recall notice 01v027000 in mail and has made three attempts to have defect serviced by dealership. dealership has	2
BODY > STRUCTURE while driving on the highway. i lost control of vehicle and proceeded to drive onto shoulder. after quickly checking tires...	1 ~ 214108 miles
ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT 2001 mitsubishi montero sport unscheduled / uninitiated horn activation. horn activates without operator intervention and usually in cold condition. clock	1 ~ 58650 miles
AIR CONDITIONER > APPLIANCE > EQUIPMENT when the vehicle was purchased the rattling noted in the air conditioning was noted. the aluminum bracket holding the compressor...	1 ~ 20000 miles
WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY owner discovered a hairline crack approximately 6 in. on the interior of the rear quarter glass panel on the right	1
GASOLINE > ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING i'd noticed previously my car would shake as if it was going to fall dead but wouldn't or there would...	1
COOLING UNIT AND LINES > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN while driving 50-55 mph noticed smoke coming from under the hood. consumer pulled over opened the hood and saw the	1
DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC rear suspension vibrates when traveling 55mph or above. dealer has replaced brakes. dealer also did an alignment and balanced/ rotated	1
ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC ongoing / intermittent problem starting from 36 mile to the present. when brakes are applied vehicle would vibrate and pedal	1
IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ignition system failure and vehicle would not start at all. this happens intermittently. contacted dealer and dealer couldn't find anything	1
REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY problem is overflowing water when hitting a water puddle or if it is raining water comes overflowing like a river...	1
TIRES consumer was traveling 65mph vehicle started shaking and driver's rear tire blewout. dealer didn't warranty tire. orginal tires had 3...	1
FRONT > SUSPENSION while consumer is driving vehicle tends to drift to the side. please provide more information.*ak...	1
WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES > MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT when towing vehicle out of ditch the tow hook broke off and went through the tailgate of a 1997 full...	1
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL no summary listed for above vehicle. *ak...	1
TREAD/BELT > TIRES while driving vehicle started to shake. both front tire treads bubbled up. kelly safari tire. *ak...	1

Torque wrench

EPAuto 1/2-inch Drive Click Torque Wrenc...
- Durable Ratchet Head: Made from Hardened treated Chrome Vanadium steel alloy (Cr-V) Corrosion-Retardant: Satin Finish. Made in Taiwan
- Easy Storage: A sturdy plastic storage case is included. Non-Slip Grip: Knurled handle
- Easy to Read: High...
LEXIVON 1/2-Inch Drive Click Torque Wren...
- PRECISE - Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use. Include calibration certificate with traceable serial number.
- DURABLE - Reinforced ratchet gear head constructed from hardened, heat-treated Chrome Vanadium alloy steel.
- LONGEVITY -...
LEXIVON 1/2-Inch Drive Click Torque Wren...
- PRECISION - Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use. Include calibration certificate with traceable serial number.
- DURABLE - Reinforced ratchet gear head constructed from hardened, heat treated Chrome Vanadium alloy steel.
- LONG-LASTING...
LEXIVON 3/8-Inch Drive Click Torque Wren...
- PRECISION - Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use. Include calibration certificate with traceable serial number.
- DURABLE - Reinforced ratchet gear head constructed from hardened, heat treated Chrome Vanadium alloy steel.
- LONG-LASTING...
LEXIVON Inch Pound Torque Wrench 1/4-Inc...
- PRECISION - Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use. Include calibration certificate with traceable serial number.
- DURABLE - Reinforced ratchet gear head constructed from hardened, heat treated Chrome Vanadium alloy steel.
- LONG-LASTING...
TEKTON 3/8 Inch Drive Micrometer Torque ...
- Includes 1-pc. 3/8 in. drive torque wrench; Storage case; Product manual with torque conversion chart
- Wrench emits a click that can be heard and felt when the preset value is reached
- Permanently marked, high-contrast dual-range...

Mechanic tool set

Crescent 180 Pc. Professional Tool Set i...
- The Crescent Professional Tool Set has a newly designed 72T quick release ratchet
- Carefully selected assortment of hand tools for most industrial, mechanical, and consumer applications
- Get incredible access from combination wrenches with narrow heads,...
Craftsman Mechanic Tool Set, 215 Piece, ...
- MINIMAL ARCH SWING: 72-tooth 1/4 in. and 3/8 in. Drive Ratchets produce a 5-degree arc swing. Ideal balance between access and durability.
- VERSATILE: Comprehensive set of 1/4 in., 3/8 in. Drive Sockets and Drive Tool...
Craftsman Mechanic Tool Set, 230 Piece w...
- TACKLE A VARIETY OF PROJECTS: Complete automotive jobs and general mechanic fixes with this heavy-duty, 230-piece all-in-one mechanic tool set
- OPEN AND CLOSE THE DRAWERS WITH ONE HAND as you work with a spring-loaded locking...
DEWALT Mechanics Tool Set, 1/4" & 3/8" &...
- 72 tooth count ratchet providing a 5 degree arc swing for maneuverability in restricted areas
- Anti-slip driver handle provides maximum comfort
- Housed in a durable carrying case with metal latches
- Full-polish chrome for corrosion resistance
DEWALT Mechanics Tools Kit and Socket Se...
- Socket sets include 72 tooth count ratchets which allow for a 5 degree arc swing for maneuverability in restricted areas
- Ratchets include a low profile directional lever to help reduce catch points and for easy...
Amazon Basics Mechanic's Tool Set with C...
- Mechanic tool kit and socket set for tackling multiple sizes and types of fasteners, especially nuts and bolts
- Includes a 201-piece set that combines most popular sockets, wrenches, hex keys, and screwdriver bits
- Both metric...

Tool box

TUFFIOM 8-Drawer Rolling Tool Chest w/Lo...
- LARGE STORAGE CAPACITY: The rolling tool chest is designed with 8 drawers and 1 bottom cabinet for storing tools, small equipment or other objects. And the bottom cabinet features side hooks for hanging tools like...
beyond by BLACK+DECKER BLACK+DECKER BDST...
- Sturdy + Stackable: Durable Auto-Lock Latches Make Connecting These Stackable Units Quick And Easy
- Quick Access: The Quick-Release On The Locking Latch Allows You To Easily Separate Each Module When Stacked For Quick Access To...
BIG RED ANTBD133-XB Torin 20" Portable 3...
- Heavy duty tool box is made of thick steel, with powder coat red paint finish, beautiful and easy to clean
- Measures 20.5" L x 8.5" W x 12" H, and is equipped with 3 drawers...
DEKOPRO 228 Piece Socket Wrench Auto Rep...
- HIGH QUALITY&STANDARDS:Forged from high-quality steel and finished in high-polish chrome,strength, durability, anti-corrosion protection.All the tools meet or exceed ANSI critical standards
- COMPLETE VARIETIES:Contains tools needed for most small repairs and basic DIY projects around the...
Torin 17-Inch Plastic Tool Box,3-Tiers M...
- Tough metal latches are solid and easy to open and close, with long use life
- Foldable three-tier tray provides you with more storage space and you can separate metric and imperial tools to take them...
CARTMAN 148 Piece Automotive and Househo...
- Comprehensive Tool Set: The Cartman 148-Piece Tool Kit includes all the crucial tools needed for everyday home repairs and maintenance, from cutting to tightening, measuring to hammering.
- Durable and Corrosion-Resistant: All tools in the kit...