MYRModel Year Report

1989 Mitsubishi Mighty MAX

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1989 Mitsubishi Mighty MAX
RENDERED 2026-10-31T19:49:26.192Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1989

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 7 complaints 1987: 4 complaints 1987 1988: 9 complaints 1989: 2 complaints 1989 2 1990: 7 complaints 1991: 10 complaints 1991 1992: 9 complaints 1994: 4 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints
1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 7 complaints 1986 1987: 4 complaints 1987 1988: 9 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1989 2 1990: 7 complaints 1990 1991: 10 complaints 1991 1992: 9 complaints 1992 1994: 4 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints 1995
1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 7 complaints 1986 1987: 4 complaints 1987 1988: 9 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1989 2 1990: 7 complaints 1990 1991: 10 complaints 1991 1992: 9 complaints 1992 1994: 4 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints 1995

1989: 2 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19852
19867
19874
19889
19892
19907
199110
19929
19944
19953

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Structure

1 of 2 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing bumpers.

Show complaint excerpts

The rear bumper fell off.please describe details. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-11-30

Seat belts

1 of 2 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing anchorage.

Show complaint excerpts

Recall repairs refused by dealership due to customer refusal to pay for additional work outside of recall.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-08-21

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1995-11-01Seat belts95V103004 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…

    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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1989 Mitsubishi Mighty MAX — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 95V103004 · Seat belts
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 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 1989 Mitsubishi Mighty MAX?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1989 Mitsubishi Mighty MAX 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.