Mitsubishi Montero 2004
Model Montero made in 2004 by Mitsubishi got 3 consumer complains there are 3 recalls as well as 23 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to service brakes, hydraulic. . Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment. There were some recalls concerningequipment, fuel system, gasoline. The car has 2 modeles with engines 3.5, 3.8.
Model 2004
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | R | 17/20/18 | 18.8/26/21.4763 | Regular | 1168 | SPEC PURP VEH - S.U.V. - 2WD | |
| 3.8 | 6 | Semiautomatic, 5 gears | R | 15/19/17 | 16.6/24.8/19.5017 | Premium | 1411 | SPEC PURP VEH - S.U.V. - 4WD | |
| 3.5 | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | 4 | 16/18/17 | 17.7/23.4/19.879 | Regular | 1235 | SPEC PURP VEH - S.U.V. - 4WD |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS | ||||||||||||||||
| 04V095000 | MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | from 08/20/2002 to 01/29/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 491 | 04/14/2004 | MFR | MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 02/20/2004 | 03/01/2004 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain sport utility vehicles, the vehicle capacity weights as stated on the tire and loading information label are in error. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This information could potentially result in consumers loading their vehicles beyond the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr). | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Owners will be sent replacement labels with instructions on how to install them. the recall began on april 14, 2004. owners should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| 04V428000 | MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN | from 06/01/1997 to 06/30/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 100432 | MFR | MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 09/01/2004 | 09/03/2004 | 571 | 208 | ||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' the bilingual english/spanish removable air bag warning labels affixed to the dash and to the sunvisor do not meet the size requirements of the standard. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This does not meet the requirements of the standard. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Mitsubishi caribbean will mail a customer notification letter containing a written description and a graphic of the bi-lingual dashboard air bag warning label. in addition, all current 2000-2004 nativa owners will also receive replacement air bag alert labels for the sun visors. this recall is expected to begin during march or april 2005. the notification to the nativa owners is expected to begin during april or may 2005. owners should contact mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | The manufacturer's petition which requested that nhtsa determine this fmvss noncompliance does not create an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety was partially denied on january 26, 2005. therefore, this manufacturer is obligated to conduct an owner notification and remedy campaign.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE | ||||||||||||||||
| 04V319000 | MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | from 04/04/2001 to 05/21/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 44214 | 08/30/2004 | MFR | MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 07/06/2004 | 07/07/2004 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain sport utility vehicles, when the fuel tank is full and the vehicle is parked facing forward on an upward slope, the fuel tank leveling valve may not maintain proper sealing in the event the fuel expands from a rise in the ambient temperature. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the fuel leveling valve does not seal properly, fuel may leak onto the ground. fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the leveling valve. the recall began on august 30, 2004. owners should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037 or mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Mitsubishi recall no. sr-04-008.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 54 | 12/01/2004 | 10018379 | Rv meter temperature display update. mitsubishi. tech talk. *tt | 12/22/2005 | |
| 06012004 | 06/01/2004 | 10014388 | Rv meter reading incorrect. *eh | 05/02/2005 | |
| 10012004 | 10/01/2004 | 10013783 | Rv meter temperature display. 8eh | 04/26/2005 | |
| 108 | 08/01/2004 | 10013681 | Astc code 35 or 37. mitsubishi tech talk. *tt | 04/25/2005 | |
| 0454003 | 08/01/2004 | 0454003R | 10010505 | Immobilizer system information update (2004 models). *tt | 11/30/2004 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||||
| 09012004 | 09/01/2004 | 10013734 | Updated miller tool information. *eh | 04/26/2005 | |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL | |||||
| 0442A001 | 05/01/2004 | 0442A001R | 10007558 | Remote keyless entry (all 2004 models). *tt | 07/01/2004 |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | |||||
| 0555001 | 04/01/2005 | 0555001 | 10016169 | A/c compressor oil specification - service manual revision. *tt | 09/01/2005 |
| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | |||||
| 0435003 | 04/01/2005 | 0535001 | 10006214 | Abs data list items - service manual revision. tsb revision 04-35-003. *mr update. *tt | 04/26/2004 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | |||||
| 0413001 | 01/01/2004 | 10005638 | Electronic throttle valve (etv) initialization procedures - service manual revision. 2004 lancer and lancer sportback models also included. *tt | 03/09/2004 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 06012004 | 06/01/2004 | 10014377 | Rwd/4wd light blinks. *eh | 05/02/2005 | |
| 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 | |
| 0513008 | 04/01/2005 | 10016139 | Powertrain control module (pcm) reprogramming for diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0134. *tt | 08/31/2005 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 126 | 05/01/2006 | 10020120 | Rear axle shaft flange coming loose. *tt | 07/24/2006 | |
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT | |||||
| 0427002 | 10010662 | Drive pinion height adjustment service manuel revision. *eh | 12/03/2004 | ||
| SEATS | |||||
| 06012004 | 06/01/2004 | 10014385 | Rear seat does not unlatch. *eh | 05/02/2005 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||||
| TSB-11-35-005 | 08/01/2011 | 10041406 | Mitsubishi: 2003-2006 montero. a corrected pressure switch check procedure. *rm | 09/30/2011 | |
| TSB-11-35-005 | 08/01/2011 | 10041406 | Ready | 09/30/2011 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||||
| 0435001 | 01/01/2004 | 10005636 | Abs diagnostic trouble code 61 - service manual revision. *tt | 03/09/2004 | |
| TIRES | |||||
| 050920 | 05146 | 10016816 | Steering wheel and or vehicle vibration-vehicles equipped with goodyear intergrity 16 inch tires only. *sc | 10/11/2005 | |
| TIRES - PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | |||||
| 0631001 | 03/01/2006 | 10019649 | Tire pressure monitoring system. *tt | 04/13/2006 | |
| 108 | 08/01/2004 | 10013679 | How to identify tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) transmitters. mitsubishi tech talk. *tt | 04/25/2005 | |
| TIRES - TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE | |||||
| 113 | 01/01/2005 | 10015216 | Spare tire cover fit. *tt | 07/08/2005 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 09/13/2005 | 8000 | 2 | 05/01/2004 |
| Dt: the contact states the brakes had less than 8,000 miles on them before they needed to be changed, and were changed in may 2005. currently, need new front brakes . the dealer and mitsubishi pointed the finger at each other. the brakes were making a squeaking/grinding noise.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||
| 09/13/2005 | 8000 | 2 | 05/01/2004 |
| Dt: the contact states the brakes had less than 8,000 miles on them before they needed to be changed, and were changed in may 2005. currently, need new front brakes . the dealer and mitsubishi pointed the finger at each other. the brakes were making a squeaking/grinding noise.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - HYDRAULIC - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 10/04/2007 | 125000 | 3 | 08/01/2003 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 mitsubishi montero. the contact stated that the instrument panel brake lights illuminated. in addition, there was a complete loss of brake power. the contact stated that he would have to pump the brake pedal. the dealer stated that the diagnoses pulled approximately 20 different codes. as of october 9, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. the current and failure mileage were 125,000. | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | MURRIETA | 92562 | MURRIETA VALLEY MITSUBISHI | 951-894-5600 |