1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport Problems
Typical for Model
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport.
Complaints
37
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Injuries
1
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#14 complaints
Engine & Cooling
#24 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
#33 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine & Cooling | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate:Support Device/Strut | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Crankcase (Pcv) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield | 1 | — | — | — |
Engine & Cooling
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate:Support Device/Strut
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Crankcase (Pcv)
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Windshield
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport has 37 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine & Cooling with 4 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
Top reported problems: Engine & Cooling (4 complaints); Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine (4 complaints); Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys (3 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
NHTSA complaints for the 1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport include 2 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Mitsubishi Montero Sport reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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