Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | |||||
| 80 | 03/01/2002 | 637126 | Subject regarding inoperative speedometer after replacement. *tt | 11/20/2002 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 06012004 | 06/01/2004 | 10014377 | Rwd/4wd light blinks. *eh | 05/02/2005 | |
| TSB0123006 | 02/01/2002 | 618207 | Subject regarding incorrect torque specifications for a/t oil cooler tube and transfer shift. *jb | 04/10/2001 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) | |||||
| 137 | 05/01/2007 | 10021743 | Reprogramming the pcm drivability or sensitivity issues can be corrected. *kb | 06/18/2007 | |
| 011001 | 10/01/2001 | 627229 | Information on 2-3 shift flare, reprogramming the powertrain control module. *jb | 02/06/2002 | |
| 0123007REV | 11/01/2001 | 0123007 | 627178 | Subject regarding powertrain control module reprogramming for 2-3 shift flare. *jb | 02/05/2002 |
| TSB0100008 | 03/01/2001 | 619836 | Mitsubishi motors dealers who have the medic system can reprogram the red rom pack used for reflashing various vehicle's pcms. *tt | 07/02/2001 | |
| TSB0117001 | 03/01/2001 | 619840 | Some affected vehicles may experience a single shift flare when upshifting from 2nd to 3rd gear after warm engine restart. *tt | 07/02/2001 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - COOLING UNIT AND LINES | |||||
| SC01001 | 10/01/2001 | 627242 | Subject on automatic transmission cooler cracking. *jb | 02/06/2002 | |
| SC01001 | 09/01/2001 | 625997 | On some vehicles, the automatic transmission cooling plates in the cooler could crack, causing automatic transmission fluid to enter the radiator and / or coolant to enter the transmission. *tt | 12/12/2001 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TORQUE CONVERTER | |||||
| 0323006 | 10/01/2003 | 0123010 | 10004448 | Torque converter shudder, surge, and/or vibration (possibly intermittent) when driving 35-50 mph at steady throttle. *tt | 12/15/2003 |
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 126 | 05/01/2006 | 10020120 | Rear axle shaft flange coming loose. *tt | 07/24/2006 | |
| TSB0026002 | 08/01/2000 | 614018 | This bulletin contains information concerning a possible oil leak from the freewheel engage switch on the front differential carrier. *tt | 09/26/2000 | |
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT | |||||
| 0427002 | 10010662 | Drive pinion height adjustment service manuel revision. *eh | 12/03/2004 | ||
| 0125001 | 11/01/2001 | 627082 | Subject regarding incorrect propeller shaft installation.*jb | 02/05/2002 | |
| TSB0025001 | 09/01/2000 | 614985 | Information on propeller shaft vibration. *tt | 12/18/2000 | |
| POWER TRAIN - TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) | |||||
| 0223007 | 11/01/2002 | 10000438 | 4wd indicator lamp flashing / diagnostic trouble code (dtc) 33. *tt | 02/27/2003 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | |||
| 01/25/2011 | 152989 | ||
| Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminates when towing, on steep grades, or even continuously. diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0125 is displayed indicating insufficient coolant temperature, even though actual coolant temperature is within normal range of 200 to 215 degrees. replacement of coolant temperature sensors (2) and thermostat will not rectify this problem! this is a known computer error that mitsubishi motors north america will not address or pay for the repair of. nhtsa item number: 10001033 mmna technical service bulletin: 0313001 | |||
| 01/31/2001 | 1 | 12/28/2001 | |
| When accelerating tachometer goes from 0 to 3.2 without warning. also there is a surge in the engine.*ak. consumer also stated there were problems with the transmision flare shifting between 2nd and 3rd gear.*slc | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| When vehicle is stopped on an incline vehicle will go into reverse when gas is reapplied. driver has to apply brakes, and put vehicle into park, then go into drive. dealer can't solve problem.*ak | |||
| 01/31/2001 | 1 | 12/28/2001 | |
| When accelerating tachometer goes from 0 to 3.2 without warning. also there is a surge in the engine.*ak. consumer also stated there were problems with the transmision flare shifting between 2nd and 3rd gear.*slc | |||
| 01/23/2002 | 11/01/2000 | ||
| During normal driving conditions the vehicle transmission goes into a nuetral position and will not return into gear. once this occurs none of the drive gears will work. the dealership has had this vehicle for almost three weeks and cannot determine the problem although they have got the vehicle to duplicate the problem. i believe this vehicle is a lemon and plan to take the appropriate steps to deal with this problem. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) | |||
| 06/26/2003 | 45000 | 2 | 01/02/2001 |
| Pcm reprogramming for mil on/dtc po125. incorrect pcm software parameters cause the mil(service engine soon) light to come on and diagnostic trouble code po125 to test to set. to eliminate this condition, reprograming the pcm is needed.after the reprograming the pcm, oxygen sensors on 2001 models only need to be replaced and not covered by warranty.oxygen sensors need to be replaced to meet new parameters, not because the sensors are bad. mitsubishi states these modiflcations have been approved as appropriate by epa and carb. thanks in advance for your help. robert s duke. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - COOLING UNIT AND LINES | |||
| 10/29/2005 | 41660 | 1 | 05/25/2005 |
| Dt: the contact stated that while driving on an incline the gear shift indicator moved from drive to neutral. the vehicle would not move forward, so he pulled over. upon stopping the check engine light came on. there was smoke coming from under the hood, but no fire. he walked away from the vehicle and called 911 and a towing service. when the tow truck arrived he discovered a lot of oil underneath the vehicle and suspected this was from the transmission. the vehicle was towed to a dealer, who noted that the transmission line disconnected from the vehicle. there was no explanation as to why this occurred. the dealer installed new lamps, refilled fluid to proper levels, and cleared the code. the transmission line was also replaced with a new one. no further problems since the repair. *ak | |||
| 11/25/2003 | 70000 | 1 | |
| While driving 35 mph the transmission cooling system broke and as a result transmission fluid leaked into the radiator which caused the vehicle to stall. the vehicle was towed to an independent dealer where they indicated the cost of repairs would be $1,000. the consumer has to pay for the repairs. *nlm | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) | |||
| 10/29/2005 | 41660 | 1 | 05/25/2005 |
| Dt: the contact stated that while driving on an incline the gear shift indicator moved from drive to neutral. the vehicle would not move forward, so he pulled over. upon stopping the check engine light came on. there was smoke coming from under the hood, but no fire. he walked away from the vehicle and called 911 and a towing service. when the tow truck arrived he discovered a lot of oil underneath the vehicle and suspected this was from the transmission. the vehicle was towed to a dealer, who noted that the transmission line disconnected from the vehicle. there was no explanation as to why this occurred. the dealer installed new lamps, refilled fluid to proper levels, and cleared the code. the transmission line was also replaced with a new one. no further problems since the repair. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 06/01/2004 | 4 | 05/01/2001 | |
| Dt: contact stated everything underneath the vehicle was rusted, and going toward the engine. the vehicle had to be towed to the service station. the inside of the left wheel well cracked, causing the wheel bearing to break, and the driveshaft to slip down, causing the gears to grind in the drivshaft, sensors for the wheel well, and the components of the axle assembly were rusted. when the mechanic was taking the bolts from the inside of the driveshaft to replace it, the bolts disintegrated. mechanic stated that the manufacturer did not spray the rust corrosion protection on the vehicle. it had not been repaired yet, but the consumer was going to take the vehicle to the service dealer to be serviced. consumer did contact mitsubishi, but the warranty was not valid overseas. but once the consumer was back in the united states warranty would be valid. the manufacturer told consumer to take the vehicle to a service dealer to have it serviced. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE HUBS | |||
| 01/10/2003 | 1 | 03/25/2000 | |
| I have 2 complaints. first: i have had the car checked several times by the dealer to locate a very loud noise coming from the front of the car. it has to be in something that has to do with the steering or i guess suspension. i have had the right front hub assembly replaced, new tires and a brake job that i wasn't supposed to have done on the truck and i still have the noise that has been confirmed by the dealership technician. when driving straight, the car has loud hum. when i steer to the right and the weight of the truck shifts to the left, the noise goes away. when i steer to the left and the weight of the truck shifts to the right, the noise gets louder. i haven't noticed anything yet with the steering that might seem dangerous, but i feel very uneasy about the car. i feel like one day i am going to be driving and something will just snap. the main thing is i don't have the money to keep taking the truck to dealerships to investigate what is going on and finding nothing.*jb second, i was wondering if there is a standard for the placement of the brake and gas pedals with respect to the placement of the seat. when i purchased the truck i realized that the seating was kind of wierd but i didn't think anything of it. now, after having been seen by several dealers. because of extreme pain in my back, but primarily my hips to the point of considering surgery. they ask if i have been in an accident or fallen or had any trauma and i haven't. then i realized the pain did not begin until i got this truck and i primarily feel poorly when i am driving and right after i drive. so i really started paying attention to the position my body is in when i am driving and my legs are in a very awkward position in order to reach the pedals. thus my question: do these types of standards for pedal placement exist and where might i take my truck to have it measured or tested for compliance.*jb | |||
| POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY - PEDAL/LINKAGE | |||
| Consumer called complaining about having a problem with the transmission. also stated that while reversing the vehicle it took off even do the consumer had her foot on the brake pedal. dealer was contacted and stated that it will be up to the insurance company to fix it. ts | |||
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DIFFERENTIAL UNIT | |||
| 10/16/2001 | 14000 | 4 | 10/12/2001 |
| Incident: repacement of 4 differetnials in 30.000 miles/have all documentation, returned vehicle 3 days after purchase for repair. repaired every 8000 miles and seeking repair as of todays date may 11 2004 failure: 4 differentials failed, still failing as of may 10, 2004 have consumer protection/fraud case worker & 2 letters from department of jjustice asking for dealership to comply. consequences: differential 4 is making noise & appears to be going out again what was done: replaced differential 4 times, mitsubushi cant fix car, says is a defect flaw and is not a problem with safety or product liability. refuses to replace vehicle and or compensate for defective differential. mediation suggested mitsubushi replace car have other complaints with same problem year 2001 montero. dealership unwilling to cooperate. ishmael martinez told me the noise was normal and there would be no safety issues. i work for a metro police department and the auto mechanic told me yes there are safety issues if the differential failed completely and it could cause me to be thrown off the road. | |||
| 08/10/2001 | 1 | 05/01/2001 | |
| For several months i have brought it to their attention,but nothing has been done. no safety defect listed. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT | |||
| 06/01/2004 | 4 | 05/01/2001 | |
| Dt: contact stated everything underneath the vehicle was rusted, and going toward the engine. the vehicle had to be towed to the service station. the inside of the left wheel well cracked, causing the wheel bearing to break, and the driveshaft to slip down, causing the gears to grind in the drivshaft, sensors for the wheel well, and the components of the axle assembly were rusted. when the mechanic was taking the bolts from the inside of the driveshaft to replace it, the bolts disintegrated. mechanic stated that the manufacturer did not spray the rust corrosion protection on the vehicle. it had not been repaired yet, but the consumer was going to take the vehicle to the service dealer to be serviced. consumer did contact mitsubishi, but the warranty was not valid overseas. but once the consumer was back in the united states warranty would be valid. the manufacturer told consumer to take the vehicle to a service dealer to have it serviced. *ak | |||