MYRModel Year Report

1994 Mitsubishi Montero

▲ Better than typical
1994 Mitsubishi Montero
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:59:38.919Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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
32
Recalls
5

Campaigns on file for 1994

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

41% of complaints

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 1994: 32 complaints 1994 32 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 1992 1993: 14 complaints 1994: 32 complaints 1994 32 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 1994: 32 complaints 1994 32 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

1994: 32 complaints

View as data table
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

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

Engine and engine cooling

41% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

Service brakes

22% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Suspension

9% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing front.

Show complaint excerpts

Problem with uneven tire wear and evidence of misalignment because vehicle pulls to one side. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-09-22

Exterior lighting

9% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing switch and flasher unit.

Show complaint excerpts

Upon making left turn, turn signal makes buzzing noise/shuts off.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-15

When driver signals to make left turn there is a buzzing from the dash board signal stops working. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-03

Structure

6% · 2 reports

Most commonly citing door.

Safety timeline

5 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. R
    1998-10-16Unknown or other98V205000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with accessory cargo mats in the third-seat and cargo area. This cargo mat interferes with the latching integrity of the folding third seats.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the third-seat latch and striker. A rectangle will be removed from the cargo mat around each striker to provide adequate striker clearance and proper latching.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. R
    2000-09-20Service brakes, hydraulic00V226001 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The front lower brake hoses can develop a crack, causing a loss of brake fluid.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right lower brake hoses.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  5. 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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1994 Mitsubishi Montero — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 13 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 96V143001 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 96V143002 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 98V205000 · Unknown or other
  • Recall 00V226001 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 00V311001 · Engine and engine cooling
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1994 Mitsubishi Montero reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Mitsubishi Montero is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Mitsubishi Montero?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Mitsubishi Montero have?
5 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.