MYRModel Year Report

1987 Mitsubishi Mighty MAX

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1987 Mitsubishi Mighty MAX
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:30:25.799Z

Only 4 complaints 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mitsubishi Mighty MAX Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1987 highlighted. 1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 7 complaints 1987: 4 complaints 1987 1988: 9 complaints 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 7 complaints 1991: 10 complaints 1991 1992: 9 complaints 1994: 4 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints 1995
1987: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19852
19867
19874
19889
19892
19907
199110
19929
19944
19953

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEAT BELTS

3 of 4 total reports mention: seat belts.

Show complaint excerpts

THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT SOME TIME IT WILL NOT LOCK SOMETIME IT WILL LOCK AND WILL UNLOCK. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950417

DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILED, BUCKLE WOULD NOT LATCH. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950313

DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WILL NOT FASTEN FOR USE DUE TO BROKEN PIECES INSIDE LATCH FASTENER. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950303

SEAT BELTS

1 of 4 total reports mentions: seat belts.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19951101 — seat belts

THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE

Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES A

Campaign 95V103004 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1987 Mitsubishi Mighty MAX — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 95V103004 (seat belts) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1987 Mitsubishi Mighty MAX 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 1987 Mitsubishi Mighty MAX?

The most-reported component is seat belts:front:buckle assembly, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1987 Mitsubishi Mighty MAX have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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