MYRModel Year Report

2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport
RENDERED 2026-09-17T01:57:22.157Z

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mitsubishi Montero Sport Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2000 highlighted. 1997: 29 complaints 1997 1998: 35 complaints 1999: 33 complaints 1999 2000: 97 complaints 2000 2001: 63 complaints 2001 2002: 54 complaints 2003: 31 complaints 2003 2004: 5 complaints 2009: 1 complaints 2009
2000: 97 complaints
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YearComplaints
199729
199835
199933
200097
200163
200254
200331
20045
20091

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

POWER TRAIN 18%

18% of complaints: power train — 17 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and transfer case (4-wheel drive).

FIRE
SERVICE BRAKES 18%

18% of complaints: service brakes — 17 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH INJURY
STRUCTURE 15%

15% of complaints: structure — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and frame and members.

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I HEARD A NOISE WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS WHILE HITTING BUMPS, WHEN I STOPPED DRIVING AND LOOKED UNDER THE VEHICLE I NOTICED THE FRAME WAS RUSTED COMPLETELY THROUGH TO THE OTHER SIDE, AND ESPECIALLY BAD WHERE THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL BRACKET IS...

NHTSA ODI report, 20181128

Also filed under SUSPENSION

SUSPENSION 14%

14% of complaints: suspension — 14 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front and coil springs.

INJURY
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THE COIL SPRING SUSPENSION WAS INADEQUATE TO SUPPORT THE WEIGHT OF THE VEHICLE PROPERLY WITH A FULL TANK OF GAS NOT INCLUDING PASSENGERS, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO BOTTOM OUT, WHICH RESULTED IN THE PASSENGER SUSTAINING A BACK INJURY, ALSO THE REAR...

NHTSA ODI report, 20030203

Also filed under SEATS

STEERING 10%

10% of complaints: steering — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar and electric power assist system.

SAFETY TIMELINE

▮ 2000 — complaint volume: 97
R 20010215 — service brakes, hydraulic

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.5L ENGINES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 106, "BRAKE HOSES." THESE VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH NONCOMP

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE VACUUM HOSE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 15, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE R

Campaign 01V027000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (17 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (17 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 01V027000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2003 ▲ 1999 ▲ 1998

WORST YEARS

◆ 2001 ◆ 2002 ▲ 1998

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FAQ

Is the 2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.