Mitsubishi Montero years to avoid
The Mitsubishi Montero years to avoid are 2001, 2002, 1995, 1998, 1997, 2000, 2003, 1999, 1996 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 1984 is the cleanest year on record.
989
Total complaints
17
Recall campaigns
1984–2006
Years covered
9
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Montero years to avoid
Every Montero year
Common questions
What are the worst Mitsubishi Montero years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the Montero years to avoid are 2001, 2002, 1995, 1998, 1997, 2000, 2003, 1999, 1996. The cleanest year on record is 1984.
What is the best year for the Mitsubishi Montero?
By complaint volume, 1984 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Montero years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Mitsubishi Montero have?
Across all model years, the Montero has 17 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 989 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.