10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #3

Dec 082000

Montero

  • miles
Vehicle was in 40 mph car collision, crashed into a tree, and roof collapsed. Onto consumer's husband. Has not contacted dealer yet.

- Winther, MA, USA

problem #2

Jun 232000

(reported on)

Montero

  • miles
Design of the cup holder does not hold a cup properly. This allows the cup to fall over which distracts the driver. Also, causes liquid to spill all over the dash, which causes electrical problems.

- Lancaster, CA, USA

problem #1

Aug 171998

(reported on)

Montero

  • miles
Brakes/exhaust/crancase emission control devices and cup holder failed.

- Virginia B, VA, USA