1992 Mitsubishi Expo
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 41 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 2003 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
54% of complaints: seat belts — 22 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing anchorage and retractor.
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CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL 97V063001 CONCERNING SEAT BELT FAILURE. WHEN VEHICLE WAS STARTED AUTOMATIC SEAT BELTS DID NOT ENGAGE. THE SEAT BELT DID NOT SLIDE ON THE RAIL PROPERLY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040419
CONSUMER STATES THE PASSENGER SIDE AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT DISENGAGES WHILE DRIVING. ALSO THE SAME BELT WILL INTERMITTENTLY NOT ENGAGE WHEN VEHICLE IS STARTED. TS
NHTSA ODI report, 20021115
15% of complaints: structure — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing door and hinge and attachments.
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SLIDING DOOR FELL OFF, DOOR FELL COMPLETELY OFF TRACK WHEN OPEN. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950202
15% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and clutch assembly.
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TRANSMISSION GOES OUT IN MIDDLE OF HIGHWAY HAD TO PUSH CAR TO SAFETY AND WAS ALMOST RUN OVER NO WARNING THIS WAS GONNA DO THIS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190907
THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THE TRANSMISSION HAS HAD TO BE REPLACED SINCE 1992 WHEN THE AUTOMOBILE WAS PURCHASED. IN BOTH CASES WE WERE TOLD THE TRANSMISSION WAS DAMAGED DUE TO INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20021231
5% of complaints: latches/locks/linkages — 2 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing latch.
5% of complaints: service brakes — 2 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
SAFETY TIMELINE
EXCESS LUBRICATION CAN CAUSE THE RUBBER DOOR LATCH SWITCH COVER TO DEFORM, AND THE DOOR LATCH SWITCH TO MALFUNCTION, SO THAT THE SHOULDER BELT ANCHORAGE WOULD REMAIN AT THE A-PILLAR WHEN THE DOOR WAS
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DOOR LATCH SWITCH.
Campaign 97V063001 — check if this car was fixed
TRANSFER CASE LOCKUP
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: ALL WHEEL DRIVE PASSENGER VEHICLES. LOCKUP OF THE TRANSFER CASE CAN OCCUR DUE TO INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES FOR ADEQUACY OF THE TRANSFER CASE OIL VOLUME, TRANSFER CASE OIL LEAKAGE, AND OPERATIONAL DEGRADATION OF THE TRANSFER CASE MECHANISM. IF OIL VOLUME IS INSUFFICIENT, T
Campaign 98V168000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1992 Mitsubishi Expo — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (22 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 97V063001 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 98V168000 (power train) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1992 Mitsubishi Expo reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Mitsubishi Expo?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 54% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Mitsubishi Expo have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.