MYRModel Year Report

1996 Mitsubishi Expo

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1996 Mitsubishi Expo
RENDERED 2026-11-01T10:48:41.943Z

Only 1 complaint on file — too few 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.

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
1

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1996

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1992: 41 complaints 1992 1993: 12 complaints 1993 1994: 15 complaints 1994 1995: 11 complaints 1995 1996: 1 complaint 1996 1 2003: 1 complaint 2003
1992: 41 complaints 1992 1993: 12 complaints 1993 1994: 15 complaints 1994 1995: 11 complaints 1995 1996: 1 complaint 1996 1 2003: 1 complaint 2003
1992: 41 complaints 1992 1993: 12 complaints 1993 1994: 15 complaints 1994 1995: 11 complaints 1995 1996: 1 complaint 1996 1 2003: 1 complaint 2003

1996: 1 complaint

View as data table
YearComplaints
199241
199312
199415
199511
19961
20031

Known problem areas

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Power train

1 of 1 total report mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Show complaint excerpts

While driving the transmission system malfunctioned, causing loss of vehicle control which may cause an accident. Had numerous problems with transmission. Cause unknown.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-02-04

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2005-03-15Engine and engine cooling04V542000 On certain passenger vehicles, the the radiator upper hose clamping is insufficient.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and install new radiator hose and have the hose clamp changed with modified ones. The recall began March 9, 2005. Owners should contact Mitsubishi of caribbean at 787-251-8715.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1996 Mitsubishi Expo — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 04V542000 · Engine and engine cooling
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 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 1996 Mitsubishi Expo?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1996 Mitsubishi Expo have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.