2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport: common problems and reliability
One of the worst Montero Sport years.
One of the Mitsubishi Montero Sport years to avoid. All Montero Sport years
245 owner complaints, most about service brakes. 1 recall.
Should I buy one?The 2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport has 245 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are service brakes and hydraulic.
Safety record for the 2001 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Montero Sport years only. How we score it
Is 2001 a good year for the Montero Sport?
Across the 7 Montero Sport model years we track, complaint volume runs from 5 (2004) to 245 (2001). With 245 complaints, the 2001 Montero Sport sits above the model's median of 61.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2001 Montero Sport
service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Campaign 01V027000VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.5L ENGINES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 106, "BRAKE HOSES." THESE VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH NONCOMPLIANT BRAKE VACUUM HOSES.
What owners say across generations
Sentiment is generally positive, with a strong reputation for reliability, value, and off-road capability, particularly for older generations (pre-2010).
Owner insights cover all generations of the Montero Sport. See the full Montero Sport owner picture and every model year.
Other Montero Sport model years
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