2001 Mitsubishi Montero Problems

Severe Issues

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2001 Mitsubishi Montero.

20002002
Complaints
213
Crashes
16
Fires
2
Injuries
14
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0

Worst 2001 Mitsubishi Montero Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#125 complaints

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum

Avg mileage:106,022 mi
#223 complaints

Hydraulic Brakes

Avg mileage:121,346 mi
#317 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:140,417 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2001 Mitsubishi Montero.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum
25
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
106,022
Hydraulic Brakes
23
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
121,346
Brakes
17
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
140,417
Electrical Faults
13
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
128,394
Electrical System:Horn
10
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
144,662
Airbags
7
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
129,446
Air Bags:Frontal
7
complaints
Crashes
7
Fires
—
Avg Miles
80,333
Suspension Failures
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
18,250
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
62,145
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
101,849
Engine & Cooling
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
40,500
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Exterior
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front:Wheel Bearing
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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2001 Mitsubishi Montero — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2001 Mitsubishi Montero reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 2001 Mitsubishi Montero has 213 NHTSA complaints, 16 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum with 25 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2001 Mitsubishi Montero?
Top reported problems: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum (25 complaints, avg 106,022 mi); Hydraulic Brakes (23 complaints, avg 121,346 mi); Brakes (17 complaints, avg 140,417 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2001 Mitsubishi Montero?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 108,944 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2001 Mitsubishi Montero?
NHTSA complaints for the 2001 Mitsubishi Montero include 16 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 14 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 2001 Mitsubishi Montero have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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 2001 Mitsubishi Montero?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 2001 Mitsubishi Montero shows significantly more complaints than average for its class. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection and a VIN history check are essential — skip them and you're gambling.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

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