Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
NHTSA data on file today
The 2001 Mitsubishi Montero has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 166 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #04V428000 MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN/FMVSS 208/AIR BAG LABEL NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #04V067000 MITSUBISHI/FMVSS 225/OWNERS MANUAL INSTRUCTIONS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #01V254001 MITSUBISHI AMERICA/BRAKE BOOSTER NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #00V123002 MITSUBISHI AMERICA/FMVSS 111/REARVIEW MIRROR NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic 56 complaints
- Electrical System 22 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 21 complaints
- Service Brakes 17 complaints
- Air Bags 14 complaints
- Power Train 13 complaints
Of the 166 complaints on file, 15 report a crash and 2 a fire; across all 166 complaints, owners report 14 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,000–$8,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2001 Mitsubishi Montero has an average overall reliability rating, with 166 complaints and 4 recall campaigns. The brake system and electrical concerns are the most frequently reported issues. However, the number of complaints is moderate considering the vehicle's age, and there are indications of a reasonably reliable performance. Data on issues is somewhat limited, suggesting potential reliability in other areas.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brake system | 60,000–100,000 miles | $200–$800 | common |
| Electrical system | 80,000–120,000 miles | $150–$600 | occasional |
| Engine cooling | 70,000–110,000 miles | $300–$900 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change every 5,000 miles
- Replace transmission fluid every 60,000 miles
- Brake pad replacement every 40,000 miles
- Coolant system flush every 50,000 miles
- Inspect timing belt every 60,000 miles
- Tire rotation every 6,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Brake pedal feels soft
- Frequent electrical issues
- Overheating engine
- Check engine light on
- Unusual vibrations while driving
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2001 Mitsubishi Montero at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.