MYRModel Year Report

1993 Mitsubishi Montero

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1993 Mitsubishi Montero
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:57:31.635Z

Only 14 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 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
14

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1993

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 3 complaints 1988: 1 complaint 1989: 10 complaints 1989 1990: 23 complaints 1991: 18 complaints 1992: 12 complaints 1993: 14 complaints 1993 14 1994: 32 complaints 1995: 86 complaints 1996: 27 complaints 1997: 63 complaints 1998: 74 complaints 1998 1999: 40 complaints 2000: 51 complaints 2001: 166 complaints 2001 2002: 111 complaints 2003: 39 complaints 2004: 5 complaints 2004 2005: 1 complaint 2006: 4 complaints
1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 3 complaints 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 10 complaints 1990: 23 complaints 1990 1991: 18 complaints 1992: 12 complaints 1993: 14 complaints 1993 14 1994: 32 complaints 1995: 86 complaints 1996: 27 complaints 1996 1997: 63 complaints 1998: 74 complaints 1998 1999: 40 complaints 2000: 51 complaints 2000 2001: 166 complaints 2002: 111 complaints 2002 2003: 39 complaints 2004: 5 complaints 2004 2005: 1 complaint 2006: 4 complaints 2006
1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 3 complaints 1987 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 10 complaints 1989 1990: 23 complaints 1990 1991: 18 complaints 1991 1992: 12 complaints 1992 1993: 14 complaints 1993 14 1994: 32 complaints 1994 1995: 86 complaints 1995 1996: 27 complaints 1996 1997: 63 complaints 1997 1998: 74 complaints 1998 1999: 40 complaints 1999 2000: 51 complaints 2000 2001: 166 complaints 2001 2002: 111 complaints 2002 2003: 39 complaints 2003 2004: 5 complaints 2004 2005: 1 complaint 2005 2006: 4 complaints 2006

1993: 14 complaints

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YearComplaints
19840
19864
19873
19881
198910
199023
199118
199212
199314
199432
199586
199627
199763
199874
199940
200051
2001166
2002111
200339
20045
20051
20064

Known problem areas

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine and engine cooling

8 of 14 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.

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Addition to complaint 10088338. Fter having the vehicle checked by my mechanic, the problem is that the bolt (The one listed in the original recall) backed out of the crank shaft causing the pully to wobble (Distroying the pulley in the process).

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-08-25

On 03/16/01 recall work was done at service dealer. On date of incident, crank bolt sheered off or came out while driving at 45M MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-08-22

Engine stalled in the middle of an intersection while driving at 55 MPH. Vehicle was towed to independent shop. Technician stated that bolt securing the crankshaft pulley broke. As a result, engine was overhauled at owner's expense.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-12-02

Steering

5 of 14 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar and tie rod assembly.

Tires

1 of 14 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

Fuel system, other

1 of 14 total reports mentions: fuel system, other, most commonly citing tank assembly.

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Electrical short, cauisng the wiring to to melt causing the vehicle to cut off.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-08-12

Also filed under Electrical system

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 14 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.

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Wires shorted out melting post down in gas tank. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-09-05

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1996-09-15Service brakes, hydraulic96V143001 Under conditions of full lock steering and full suspension travel, the left or right front wheel-side brake hose can crack, resulting in brake fluid leakage.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel-side brake hoses with revised hose assemblies.

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    1996-12-03Service brakes, hydraulic96V143002 Under conditions of full lock steering and full suspension travel, the left or right front wheel-side brake hose can crack, resulting in brake fluid leakage.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel-side brake hoses with revised hose assemblies.

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  3. R
    2000-10-31Engine and engine cooling00V311001 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles: mirage model vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines; Montero sport models equipped with 3.0L engines; and Montero models equipped with 3.0L engines. The…

    Remedy: On the mirage vehicles, the dealers will install a new, improved crankshaft pulley bolt on the older engines. On new engines which already have the improved bolt, the dealer will tighten the…

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Buy-smart checklist

1993 Mitsubishi Montero — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 96V143001 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 96V143002 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 00V311001 · Engine and engine cooling
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1993 Mitsubishi Montero 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 1993 Mitsubishi Montero?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 Mitsubishi Montero have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

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