3.2

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
42,500 miles

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problem #2

Jul 252008

Montero 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 85,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. While the contact's daughter was accelerating from a stop sign, she heard a popping sound. She had to maneuver the vehicle onto the side of the road. The front driver's side wheel was twisted. The vehicle has not been inspected. The current and failure mileages were 85,000. Updated 09/15/08 updated 09/18/08.

- Rye, CO, USA

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problem #1

Oct 172003

Montero 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving at any speed and turning the steering wheel to the left or right the vehicle always swayed to the right. The dealer replaced many parts but the problem is still occurring. The vehicle also made noise while driving over bumps and while making turns. While driving the front passenger axle and wheel hub broke. The 4X4 hi light was flashing. The dealer replaced the shifter switch.

- Batesville, IN, USA

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