MYRModel Year Report

1992 Mitsubishi Expo

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1992 Mitsubishi Expo
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:56:24.421Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mitsubishi Expo Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1992 highlighted. 1992: 41 complaints 1992 1993: 12 complaints 1993 1994: 15 complaints 1994 1995: 11 complaints 1995 1996: 1 complaints 1996 2003: 1 complaints 2003
1992: 41 complaints
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YearComplaints
199241
199312
199415
199511
19961
20031

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

SEAT BELTS 20%

20% of complaints: seat belts — 8 distinct reports on file.

SEAT BELTS 17%

17% of complaints: seat belts — 7 distinct reports on file.

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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

STRUCTURE 10%

10% of complaints: structure — 4 distinct reports on file.

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SLIDING DOOR FELL OFF, DOOR FELL COMPLETELY OFF TRACK WHEN OPEN. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950202

SEAT BELTS 10%

10% of complaints: seat belts — 4 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 10%

10% of complaints: power train — 4 distinct reports on file.

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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

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19970801 — latches/locks/linkages

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

I 19980130 — EA (closed 19980430)

TRANSFER CASE LOCKUP

R 19980925 — power train

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 (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 97V063001 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 98V168000 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 20% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1992 Mitsubishi Expo have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.