NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2004 Mitsubishi Montero; the most frequently affected component is equipment — labels. Owners filed 5 complaints, most often about service brakes. Among the 3 model years of this model in the database, 2004 ranks #2 for number of recalls.
Problem: Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' the bilingual english/spanish removable air bag warning labels affixed to the dash and to the sunvisor do not meet the size requirements of the standard.
Risk: This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
Remedy: Mitsubishi caribbean will mail a customer notification letter containing a written description and a graphic of the bi-lingual dashboard air bag warning label. In addition, all current 2000-2004 nativa owners will also receive replacement air bag alert labels for the sun visors. This recall is expected to begin during march or april 2005. The notification to the nativa owners is expected to begin during april or may 2005. Owners should contact mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715.
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, when the fuel tank is full and the vehicle is parked facing forward on an upward slope, the fuel tank leveling valve may not maintain proper sealing in the event the fuel expands from a rise in the ambient temperature.
Risk: If the fuel leveling valve does not seal properly, fuel may leak onto the ground. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the leveling valve. The recall began on august 30, 2004. Owners should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037 or mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715.
Equipment — LabelsCampaign 04V095000 · 20 Feb 2004
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, the vehicle capacity weights as stated on the tire and loading information label are in error.
Risk: This information could potentially result in consumers loading their vehicles beyond the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr).
Remedy: Owners will be sent replacement labels with instructions on how to install them. The recall began on april 14, 2004. Owners should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
What owners complain about
Share of the 5 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Service brakes4 · 80%
Hydraulic2 · 40%
Unknown or other1 · 20%
Steering1 · 20%
When complaints were filed
20051
20071
20141
20171
20221
From owner complaints
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 mitsubishi montero. The contact stated that the instrument panel brake lights illuminated. In addition, there was a complete loss of brake power. The contact stated that he would have to pump the brake pedal. The dealer stated that the diagnoses pulled approximately 20 different codes. As of…
There are holes in frame in front area the rest of frame from conver is ok wanted to know what or how get fixed this was like this when i purchased it if i need to send photos let me know some how it was missing the callic conver that i noticed the holes on both sides it was also blownen beak lights out i pay & 98 to…
Dt: the contact states the brakes had less than 8,000 miles on them before they needed to be changed, and were changed in may 2005. Currently, need new front brakes . The dealer and mitsubishi pointed the finger at each other. The brakes were making a squeaking/grinding noise.*ak
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mitsubishi montero. While driving approximately 60 mph and attempting to engage the brakes, the brake pedal was hard to depress. The emergency brake had to be activated in order to stop the vehicle. Also, the contact heard an abnormal noise from the driver side of the instrument panel when…
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.