Mitsubishi Montero stalling problems

Filed Apr 14, 2009 · Electrical, Locks · 102,933 miles · CO

Car stalled due to drink (which was in drink holder) spilling across shift area during sudden braking - apparently liquid shorted out wiring and car wouldn't drive again until it dried out - if these two items must be close together then the gear/shift area should be water tight/proof - for sure this could cause damage/crash/death/injury.

Filed Feb 7, 2005 · Fuel system · 21,000 miles · FL

The consumers vehicle was included in recall /fuel leakage. However, the vehicle started to leak gas once again. The consumer took the vehicle in again for the same recall. The vehicle is in the repair shop now. *jb the vehicle is still leaking gas, which caused it stall.

Filed Sep 9, 2004 · Engine · CT

I spent $ 6000 last year on a new half block engine. Last month my mitsubishi montero stalled. I was able to get it to the dealers, and they found that the plenum needed to get checked. They did that, but now they found that the butterfly valves on the plenum broke off ( which were plastic) and went in to the engine. This damaged both heads and they need to be replaced for a cost of $ 4700. My problem is, mitsubishi knows this is a problem (which is apparent because they have made a replacement part to fix it), but because the replacement plenum is so expensive they never did a recall to fix it.

Filed Jul 15, 2004 · Engine, Transmission · 37,500 miles · MD

The vehicle stalled while slowing down for a stop light. Although the vehicle is in drive it sometimes rolls backwards as if it is in neutral. *ak

Filed Jul 12, 2004 · Fuel system · 26,000 miles · NV

Hesitation and stalling between 0-45 MPH at slightly above 3/4 full tank of gas. Vehicle leaks substantial quantity of fuel when parked on incline at slightly above 3/4 tank of gas. In addition, this vehicle was not filling properly at the gas pump (pump continually shut off as if tank were full even though it was not). These same problem occurred with our 2002 montero which was returned to mitsubishi through the lemon law. These problems began at 26,000 miles, problems occurred with other vehicle starting at 9,000 miles. In the 2003, they have replaced the rollover valve (cracked).

Filed Dec 2, 2003 · Engine · 79,000 miles · PR

Engine stalled in the middle of an intersection while driving at 55 MPH. Vehicle was towed to independent shop. Technician stated that bolt securing the crankshaft pulley broke. As a result, engine was overhauled at owner's expense.

Filed Nov 25, 2003 · Transmission · 70,000 miles · PR

While driving 35 MPH the transmission cooling system broke and as a result transmission fluid leaked into the radiator which caused the vehicle to stall. The vehicle was towed to an independent dealer where they indicated the cost of repairs would be $1,000. The consumer has to pay for the repairs.

Filed Nov 19, 2003 · Engine, Steering · GA

Engine stalls constantly when coming to stops.also, steering wheel locks up when turning in any direction. As a result, consumer was almost in an accident.

Filed Nov 3, 2003 · Engine · GA

When driving for over an hour vehicle stalled without warning. Driver pulled off the road. Had the vehicle towed to the dealer on five separate occasions, but problem still recurred.

Filed Oct 2, 2003 · Engine · 29,500 miles · FL

I'm experiencing 'again' engine vibrations while at idle. The speedometer needle starts to go down to 0, engine vibrates, appears that it will stall, and just in the nick of time before the needle hits 0, the needle returns to idle and all is ok. Ok???? I don't understand this vehicle and neither does the dealer. Last time I took the vehicle for service (11/3/03) they changed spark plugs, gasket and inlet manifold both sides. I'm taking it to the dealer on tomorrow (the day after the incident) and if they can't fit it I'm getting a v8 ford.