Several months ago the accumulator broke on my mitsubshi montero limited. The dealer is saying that the accumulator was replaced, under recall, prior to my acquiring the vehicle. I purchased the vehicle in 2002. If the accumulator was replaced it should not have broken. I was quoted a price of $4,000 to have repaired. Your help is greatly appreciated.
2001 Mitsubishi Montero brakes complaints
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My 2001 mitsubishi montero (full size xls) is making loud sounds when I apply the brakes. I understand that there was a recall on the hydraulic brakes booster accumulator. When the car was still very new this recall was conducted and my vehicle was "fixed" according to dealer records. Now I am having the same problem again and the dealer and mitsubishi motors say it is my problem now. If their recall does not work then they should be liable, not me. This is a safety issue, other people have had their brake fail completely and not be able to stop because of this issue. Mitsubishi should have corrected this problem free of charge until they get it right, not just the first time! I will never buy mitsubishi again! This consistent problem is putting peoples lives at risk.
When I applied the brake there was a buzzer noise under the left dash. So I drove the vehicle to near service shop. And they told me that there were a re call defect part on the brake booter acculator. And tell told me to call mitsubishi motor. I talked to them and the rep. Said there was not an open recall in the particular model. So I went back to the car repair shop. And they did the repair , they replace the bake booster accumulator. And them after two day I call mitsubushi again saying that I replace the brake booter accumulator . They open a service order, that a technical will next week. I like to know how can you help me resolve this?
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 mitsubishi montero. The contact stated that the brake pressure canister was defective. The contact's wife was backing out of the driveway and realized that the brakes failed. She had to engage the parking brake in order to stop the vehicle. When she stopped the vehicle, the brakes began to work, but there was a tapping noise under the dashboard. When the contact's wife attempted to pump the brakes repeatedly, the ABS light illuminated and began beeping. He discovered the federal safety agency campaign id number 01v254001 (service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum). The contact has not taken the vehicle to the dealer. The manufacturer stated that the original recall repair had previously been performed on the vehicle. The purchase date was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 90,564.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 mitsubishi montero. The contact stated that the hydraulic power assist vacuum on the brakes is causing a loss of gas pressure. When the vehicle is parked for a long period of time, the gas pressure is lost. When the brakes are applied, they do not perform to their full potential. The dealer and manufacturer stated that her VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 01v254001 (service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum). The vehicle was evaluated and it was found to have the exact same defect as stated in the recall. The recall also stated that the affected vehicles were produced before june 20, 2001. The contact's vehicle was produced on september 4, 2000. The failure and current mileages were 123,606. Updated 02-12-08
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 mitsubishi montero. While driving at any speed, the contact heard a honking noise coming from the engine compartment. The mechanic stated that the brake booster accumulator for the ABS caused the failure. There is a recall for the service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum (the federal safety agency campaign id number 01v254001). The manufacturer stated that they would not repair the vehicle because the recall was too old. The failure mileage was 108,000 and current mileage was 110,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 mitsubishi montero. While the vehicle was parked with the parking brake applied, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the driver side of the dashboard. The mechanic stated that the brake booster accumulator needed replacing. The vehicle was serviced for the federal safety agency campaign id number 01v254001 (service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum) before it was purchased. The dealer stated that the vehicle was only inspected for the recall, however, the manufacturer would not service the recall because their records indicated that the part was replaced. The current and failure mileages were 101,000.
My 2001 mitsubishi montero is making load sounds when I apply the brakes. According to your site there was a recall on a part of my brakes. In 2001 when the car was still very new this recall was conducted and my vehicle was "fixed" according to dealer records. Now I am having the same problem again and the dealer and mitsubishi motors say it is my problem now. If their recall does not work then they are liable, not me. This is a safety issue, other people have had their brake fail completely and not be able to stop because of this issue. Mitsubishi should have to fix this problem free of charge until they get it right, not just the first time! I will never buy mitsubishi again and your agency should not allow this policy to further put peoples lives at risk.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 mitsubishi montero. The contact stated that she heard a loud noise when the brakes were applied. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle has not been taken to the dealer or a mechanic. She called the manufacturer and they stated that her VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 01v254001 (service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum). The current and failure mileages were 91,000. Updated 01/11/08. *lj updated
I am a second owner of a 2001 mitsubishi montero sport that I purchased from a mitsubishi dealership. The original owner was notified of a recall for the service brakes, hydraulic foundation components and subsequently had the vehicle repaired in 2001. Two weeks the vehicle began having the same issue. It is my understanding from both mitsubishi corporate offices and my local dealership that they are no longer responsible for the recall as they complied with the initial repair. The part has lasted only 6 years and is now defective again. Recalls should repairs should last longer and be covered for the life of the vehicle. It seems that the revised part was not properly corrected. There should be some obligation on the part of mitsubishi motors to see that the parts that were re-manufactured under the recall to last a bit longer than six years. They apparently did not do any justice for the consumer.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 mitsubishi montero. While depressing the brakes from 25 MPH, the contact heard a loud noise coming from the drivers side of the vehicle. The dealer stated that the failure is related to recall # 01v254001 (service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum). However, her VIN is not included. The noise continues to persist. The current mileage is 94,000 and failure mileage was 93,000. Updated 06/26/07
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 mitsubishi montero. At 16,000 miles, the vehicle was repaired due to the federal safety agency recall campaign # 01v254001 (service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum). When attempting to brake, the contact heard a loud pitched beep coming from the left side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the mechanic who stated that the accumulator was leaking similar to the failure noted in recall # 01v254001. The current mileage is 68,611 and failure mileage was 68,611. The consumer provided a copy of invoice for repair. Updated 06/08/07
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 mitsubishi montero. While driving at 65 MPH the contact heard a loud noise underneath the vehicle. The dealer confirmed that the noise was directly related to recall # 01v254001 for the service brakes,hydraulic: antilock. The manufacturer stated that this vehicle was excluded from the recall due to the VIN. The contact stated that the noise became more frequent since it began one week ago. The contact was aware of the safety risk involved. The current mileage was 124,300, and failure mileage was 124,352.
Regarding the federal safety agency recall campaign number: 01v254001 I know there are extremely similar complaints to mine regarding this bulletin (used google to find them) I noticed strange noises when depressing brakes in my 2001 mitsubishi montero. Had it looked at by 2 separate independent mechanics who determined an issue with the hydraulic unit. Item is dealer only. So I researched the issue on the web only to find the exact symptom description was covered in an the federal safety agency recall bulletin. I promptly contacted my lancaster, pa mitisubishi dealer and was told that my VIN number was not included in the recall. My car is unsafe to drive due to a defective brake unit and they want me to pay to have it looked at? This is ridiculous. I have already had three other recall related issues fixed. I also called the mitsubishi national customer hotline and was told the same thing. I am very disappointed in mitsubishi. I feel I have no recourse..please help!
Tl*- the contact stated that while driving the 2001 mitsubishi montero with 72000 failure mileage at 30 MPH he applied hthe brake, but there was a delay in slowing and stopping the vehicle. There was recall 01v254001 repairs performed on the vehicle in december 2001. The vehicle had the same failure as stated in recall 01v254001. The contact was unhappy that the manufacturer only honored the recall once. The current mileage was 76329.
Tl* - the contact owns a 2001 mitsubishi montero. While driving 20 MPH and attempting to stop the vehicle the brakes didn't engage. The contact was only able to stop the vehicle by using the emergency brake. There were no warning indicator lights. The contact stated that there a safety recall 01v254001 the. Current failure is directly related to recall number 01v254001.the dealer stated that the vehicle was previously inspected. However, the part was never replaced. The dealer declined to fulfill the recallrequirements.
Dt*: the contact stated there was a noise coming from the brake pedal and the pedal went to the floor when depressed. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop who gave the contact recall information. There was a the federal safety agency recall, # 01v254001, regarding service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.
Dt: the contact stated there was hydraulic brake booster accumulator failure with the vehicle. While traveling 2 MPH exiting the drive way, the brakes were depressed however there was no response coupled with a squeaking noise. The brakes continue to make noises when depressed. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop who determined there was a recall for vehicles of the same year make and model. The recall number is #sr-01-008 when the dealership was alerted, they determine the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.
Montero under 50,000 miles. Have to replace compressor, alignment bars for sun roof, and brakes. Cost $2700 with labor. Have owned the vehicle for 4 months. No warranty left. Montero has to be jumped to turn on, bucks with defrost on, no air, no radio, and brakes are bad. Dealer will not help with cost.
Dt*: the contact stated while applying brake pressure at various speeds, there was a noise from underneath the dash panel area. A the federal safety agency recall, #01v254001 was performed on the vehicle concerning, the service brakes power assist vacuum however, the recall did not remedy the problem. The dealership would not offer a second repair without charge under the recall.
Dt*: the consumer stated there is a noise coming from the left front wheel. When the brakes were applied there was a metal to metal grinding sound. There was a recall on the brake accumulator, the federal safety agency # 01v254001. The vehicle was repaired prior to ownership under this recall. The recall work has failed. *jb updated 2/7/2006 -
Refusal to comply with recall id# 01v254001. We took our 2001 montero to the mitsubishi dealer as the brake part had gone bad just as stated in the recall. The dealer said the vehicle had been inspected when new and it was deemed ok. It was never replaced and now that it has become defective they will not replace it.
Dt: the service brake was doing the same thing as stated in the recall for accumulator on the brake system . It made a pressure noise from underneath where master cylinder was and the brake booster. The whole piece will actually shaken. Have not contacted the dealer. They will charge to look at it.
The 2001 montero xls experienced 7 instances of brake failures. *bf most of the brake failures have occurred at low speeds. *sc
Brake pads and rotors needed to be replaced at 27000 miles. Then again, the rotors warped to the point where they needed to be resurfaced on both the rear and front at 43000 miles. Dealer claimed that this is due to driver abuse.
Problems with the brake equipment on the 2001 mitsubishi montero limited. *mr the rotors, front and rear brakes were replaced due to violent shaking. The problem recurred. *sc
Problems with front and rear brakes and rotors. *mr the rotors had been warped which made stopping very difficult due to the violent shaking. Both the front and rear brakes and the rotors were not strong enough for the vehicle. *sc
Defective hydraulic brake booster accumulator (the federal safety agency id#01v254001) on my 2001 montero caused my brakes to fail while stopping at an intersection which resulted with me rear ending another vehicle! This happened over 1 year ago and the defective part has been making a terrible sound while braking for over 2 years. Everytime I performed maintenance on my vehicle. No one could confirm what was causing this noise. I just found out today (06/08/2004) what the part is and that it's known to fail, causing crashes what happened on 03/10/2003. I was cited for "failure to yield, but contested that my brakes failed at the point of avoiding the car in front of me. I had the vehicle checked several times and no one knew what was wrong with the vehicle? The brakes would continue to fail if I came to a fast stop and I have been driving the vehicle very carefully since this accident. Luckily I came accross the federal safety agency website and discovered that I had a defective part!!! Accident caused my vehicle $1,700.00 in damages and the other vehicle damage. Also (not sure $ / covered by insurance) how do I go about filing a claim for my vehicles damage of $1,700.00 and getting this part exchanged??? The mitsubishi dealer I purchased my 2001 montero from went out of business years ago.
While backing out of the driveway brakes failed. This caused extended stopping distance, and consumer had to switch to neutral to decelerate the vehicle. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
Brake booster accumulator malfunctioned. Manufacturer issued a recall on this problem. However, 1,200 miles later the problem recurred. Dealer and manufacturer claimed that consumer was obligated to pay for repairs.
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