Tl*the contact owns a 1996 mitsubishi montero. The contact stated that the bolts of the crank shaft pulley have fallen. She heard a strange noise while driving and all of the instrument panel lights illuminated. She also stated that the steering wheel locked up. The manufacturer advised her to call an authorized dealer. The dealer stated that no recalls for these failures were available for her vehicle. The contact researched the federal safety agency website and found a recall that relates to these failures. The failure and current mileages were 146,000. Updated 01/02/08. *lj recall#00v311001. Updated 12/12/07 , remailed complaint evoq 2/07/08.
1996 Mitsubishi Montero engine problems
10 complaints (37% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 37%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Engine4
- Engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys2
- Exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe1
- Exhaust system: emission control1
- Exhaust system1
- Engine: gasoline1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Mitsubishi Montero engine problems in other years
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- 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 bolt securing the crankshaft pulley can become loose and the pulley could fall off the vehicle.
- Risk
- The condition can result in a loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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 crankshaft pulley bolt to the correct torque specification. On the montero models, dealers will tighten the crankshaft pulley bolt to the correct torque specifications. If the bolt is damaged, it will be replaced.
Recall number 00V311001 · Recall details
What 1996 Mitsubishi Montero owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
While driving steering failed. The crankshaft bolt that held it disengaged. Recall 00v311001 was issued.
The butterfly valve in the intake plenum in the 3.5l dohc comes loose and drops into the motor which can cause it to stop suddenly, this problem is known by the manufacturer, which is apparent because they have made a replacement part to fix it; however, it is expensive and they do not help with the cost.
The federal safety agency recall 00-v-311-001:montero models equipped with 3.0l engines. Bolt securing the crankshaft pulley can become loose and the pulley could fall off the vehicle. Dealer won't honor this recall in puerto rico.
The federal safety agency recall 00-v-311-001 concerning 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 bolt securing the crankshaft pulley can become loose and the pulley could fall off the vehicle. Recall repairs failed in this vehicle.
While driving the engine and battery lights had come on, the consumer was unable to steer the vehicle (loss of power). The engine was still running, but vehicle would not move. Contacted dealer. The crankshaft pulley bolt had broken. There is a recall, 00v311001, but this vehicle is not included due to VIN. *ak consumer states that she has always had trouble with the engine light illuminating.
Engine stalled at stop light. Mechanic found a butterfly screw on the plenum manifold came off and fell into engine, part no md 3359040, caused $ 4000 damage. Dealer had to tighten and use lock tight screws to prevent this from happening again.
There were three manufacturer's recalls. It has been two years since they were issued, and manufacturer hasn't complied with them up to this date.
Transmission will not shift when vehicle is cold. Manufacturer said it's an emission problem. Informed it's normal. Takes too long to warm up before shifting.
Vehicle abruptly loses significant power. Also, check engine light comes on.
Questions about the 1996 Mitsubishi Montero engine
Does the 1996 Mitsubishi Montero have engine problems?
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the engine of the 1996 Mitsubishi Montero, 37% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1996 Mitsubishi Montero engine problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Mitsubishi Montero engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 00V311001. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Mitsubishi Montero have bad engine?
The Mitsubishi Montero model years with the most engine complaints are 1995 (36 complaints), 2001 (24 complaints) and 1997 (17 complaints).
Other 1996 Mitsubishi Montero problems
Brakes 4Steering 4Transmission 4Body 2Acceleration 1Electrical 1Seats 1Visibility 1
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