Mitsubishi Montero-sport 1996
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 1996 Mitsubishi MONTERO-SPORT, manufacturered by Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (mmc).
The vehicle is described as a 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Special Purpose Vehicles .
Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
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Mitsubishi | JA7 JA3 JA4 JA7 JA3 JA4 | Regular |
City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
13 - 14 MPG | 17 MPG | 592.46 - 634.78 g/mile |
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What is the MPG of a 1996 Mitsubishi MONTERO-SPORT?
- The 1996 Mitsubishi MONTERO-SPORT has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 13 - 14 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 17 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 1996 Mitsubishi MONTERO-SPORT?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 1996 Mitsubishi MONTERO-SPORT can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 1996 Mitsubishi MONTERO-SPORT?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1996 Mitsubishi MONTERO-SPORT is $3600.
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Where is the 1996 Mitsubishi MONTERO-SPORT produced?
- The 1996 Mitsubishi MONTERO-SPORT is produced in Minato-ku Tokyo , Japan.
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Are there recalls for the 1996 Mitsubishi MONTERO-SPORT?
- There are 2 recall(s) for the 1996 Mitsubishi MONTERO-SPORT, additional information is below.
Recall 5990 [USA]: The condition can result in a loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 10500 [USA]: In the event of a crash, an occupant of the third seat may not be properly restrained and could be ejected from the vehicle.
To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.
Automatic 4-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Montero
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details V6-SOHC-4 (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -8250 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details 2MODE Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 19.834 City mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.0 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 49099 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details V6-SOHC-4 (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3600 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Vehicle record id 13235 Model name (carline) Montero Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 17.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 23.0 EPA vehicle size class Special Purpose Vehicles You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -8250 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details 2MODE Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 4-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Montero
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details V6-SOHC-2 (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -8250 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 19.834 City mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.0 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 49097 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details V6-SOHC-2 (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3600 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Vehicle record id 13236 Model name (carline) Montero Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 18.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 24.0 EPA vehicle size class Special Purpose Vehicles You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -8250 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Montero
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details V6-SOHC-2 (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -8250 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 19.834 City mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.0 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 49097 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details V6-SOHC-2 (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3600 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Vehicle record id 13237 Model name (carline) Montero Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 17.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 23.0 EPA vehicle size class Special Purpose Vehicles You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -8250 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Montero
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details V6-SOHC-4 (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -8250 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 19.834 City mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.0 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 49099 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details V6-SOHC-4 (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3600 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Vehicle record id 13238 Model name (carline) Montero Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 17.7778 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 23.0 EPA vehicle size class Special Purpose Vehicles You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -8250 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 4-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Montero
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.5 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details V6-DOHC (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -14000 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details 2MODE Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 21.2507 City mpg for fuel type 1, 13 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.5 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 49098 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details V6-DOHC (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 4750 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Premium Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Premium Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Vehicle record id 13239 Model name (carline) Montero Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 16.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 23.0 EPA vehicle size class Special Purpose Vehicles You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -14000 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details 2MODE Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- TSB-22-54-003 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: This technical service bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part.
- TSB-21-00-010 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : This technical service bulletin was sent to dealers to provide instructions and material safety data sheets for biosol 100 use.
- TIN-21-00-003 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : This technical information notice was sent to dealers reminding them of the importance of customer satisfaction.
- TT-20-00-002 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Tech talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
- TIN-20-42A-001 - EQUIPMENT: This technical information notice was sent to dealers informing that mmna has recently received information from mitsubishi motors corporation (mmc) about the effects of the waterborne (wb) paint process on mitsubishi vehicles.
- TSB-20-42A-005 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: This technical service bulletin informs dealers they may find a stain or cloudy spot on the body panels after removing the transportation film.Due to improper installation of the film.This tsb instructs the dealers of the repair procedure f
- TSB-13-42A-002 - STRUCTURE: This technical service bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the body section of the applicable service manuals.
- TT194 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- TTIndex12 - EQUIPMENT: This is an index of tech talk newsletter articles released in 2012.
- TT193 - STRUCTURE: This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- TT195 - WHEELS: This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- TT192 - WHEELS: This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- TT191 - AIR BAGS: This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- TT218 - WHEELS: This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- TT217 - SEATS: This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- TSB-15-54-004 - EQUIPMENT: This tsb contains troubleshooting steps for diagnosis of various customer complaints relating to the audio system speakers in mitsubishi vehicles equipped with original equipment audio components.
- TT253 - EQUIPMENT: This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- TSB-19-00-008 - EQUIPMENT: This is a technical service bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes tsb-18-00-003, issued april, 2018, to add updated information for carrying capacity reduced label.
- TT237 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 06012004 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Alarm sounds when unlocking. *eh
- 0313005 - EQUIPMENT: Obd-ii drive cycle. *tt
- 0316001 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Spark plug cable identification - service manual revision. *tt
- 0213020 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER: New and revised information relating to readiness test status descriptions and procedures. *tt
- SR98004 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Mitsubishi motor sales of america, inc. Is voluntarily recalling certain vehicles to modify the rear cargo area carpet (mat). *tt
- 9923010 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: This bulletin contains recommended automatic transmission / transaxle maintenance information. *tt
- 9922003 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: This bulletin contains recommended manual transmission / transaxle maintenance information. *tt
- TIN01SR003 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Technical information regarding crankshaft pulley bolt replacement. *tt
- 67 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Subject regarding crankshaft pulley bolt replacement. *jb
- ATIN01SR002 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: This advance technical information notice states that mitsubishi motor sales of america, inc. (mmsa) is voluntarily recalling affected vehicles for a possible loose crankshaft pulley bolt. *tt
- SR01002 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Mitsubishi motor sales of america, inc. Is voluntarily recalling certain affected vehicles for a possible loose crankshaft pulley bolt. *tt
- 0013005 - EQUIPMENT: This bulletin contains obd-ii drive cycle procedures and warranty claim information for obd-ii drive cycle on affected vehicles. *tt
- TSB0013003 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Information containing recommended fuels for certain vehicles. *tt
- 9823013 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: A/t dtcs 29-32 set conditions service manual revision. Yd
- 9823012 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Park/neutral position switch adjustment service manual revision. Yd
- 9823005REV - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: The malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate and diagnostic trouble code P1715 may set in the engine control module. In addition, sluggish acceleration with the transmission returing to normal shifting after the ignition key is turned off
- TSB992700 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT: Customer may complain of a whine coming from the differential. *tt
- 9827001 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT: Procedures for eliminating or reducing an apparent differential whining noise. *yc
- TSB9813005 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: Vehicles may experience long cold start times, sag during warm-up, and stalling. *tt
- 9823011 - POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY: This bulletin contains corrections to the forward clutch piston stroke specification. *yc
- 9851003 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Some vehicles experience paint peeling from the roof rack surface. *yc
- 9823005 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Diganosis and repair procedures to eliminate conditions regarding the mil illuminated and/or dtc P1715. 96-98 montero automatic transmissions models produced before 10-97 up to vin wj003864; 97-98 montero sport automatic transmissions mo
- 97090114001 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Procedure for replacing the water passage gaskets on various vehicles. *yc
- 97090154009 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS: Information containing a new and revised procedures for adjusting headlights aim on affected vehicles. *yc
- 97090152B003 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Service manual revision on supplemental restraint system (srs) cautions and warnings. *yc
- 97110154013 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Information containing additional glass antenna cautions and inspection procedures. *yc
- 97040113007 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES: Specifications for affected vehicles. *yc
- 97040113003 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: Mfi troubleshooting information concerning dtcs P1715 and P1750. *yc
- TSB9716004 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Generator stator removal - service manual revision. *tw
- TSB9711006 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Throttle body procedures - service manual revision. *tw
- TSB9711007 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Corrected cylinder head bolt tightening procedures - service manual revision. *tw
- TSB9711009 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Corrected upper oil pan installation procedures - service manual revision. *tw
- TSB9754003 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Revised elc 4-speed a/t circuit diagram- service manual revision. *jd
- TSB9754002 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Corrected motor antenna and control unit inspection procedures- service manual revision. *jd
- TSB9752B002 - AIR BAGS: Additional srs air bag troubleshooting procedures- service manual revision. *jd
- TSB9742A003 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS: Power window motor and regulator assembly procedures. *jd
- TSB9723001 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: V4aw3 a/t troubleshooting and service information- service manuel revision. *jd
- TSB9711002 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: New valve lash adjuster noise checking and troubleshooting procedures. *jd
- TSB9637A003 - STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR: Steering column knocking noise or vibration. *tw
- TSB9654010 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Elc 4-speed a/t circuit diagram correction - service manual revision. *tw
Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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No | No | N | None | None | 20070820 |
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 mitsubishi montero. The contact stated that the bolts of the crank shaft pulley have fallen. She heard a strange noise while driving and all of the instrument panel lights illuminated. She also stated that the steering wheel locked up. The manufacturer advised her to call an authorized dealer. The dealer stated that no recalls for these failures were available for her vehicle. The contact researched the nhtsa website and found a recall that relates to these failures. The failure and current mileages were 146,000. Updated 01/02/08. *lj recall#00v311001. Updated 12/12/07 , remailed complaint evoq 2/07/08. *lj
No | No | N | None | None | 20040831 |
While driving steering failed. The crankshaft bolt that held it disengaged. Recall 00v311001 was issued. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040206 |
While driving between 40-45 mph metal that kept the driver side seat back up right broke on the right side. When this occurred driver's side seat back declined backwards on the right side. This reduced the driver's visibility. Driver had to pull off the road. The entire seat needed to be replaced. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040101 |
The butterfly valve in the intake plenum in the 3.5l dohc comes loose and drops into the motor which can cause it to stop suddenly, this problem is known by the manufacturer, which is apparent because they have made a replacement part to fix it; however, it is expensive and they do not help with the cost. *la
No | No | N | None | None | 20030819 |
Nhtsa recall 00-v-311-001:montero models equipped with 3.0l engines. Bolt securing the crankshaft pulley can become loose and the pulley could fall off the vehicle. Dealer won't honor this recall in puerto rico. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20030605 |
Nhtsa recall 00-v-311-001 concerning mirage model vehicles equipped with 1.5l engines; montero sport models equipped with 3.0l engines; and montero models equipped with 3.0l engines. The bolt securing the crankshaft pulley can become loose and the pulley could fall off the vehicle. Recall repairs failed in this vehicle.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20020707 |
While driving the engine and battery lights had come on, the consumer was unable to steer the vehicle (loss of power). The engine was still running, but vehicle would not move. Contacted dealer. The crankshaft pulley bolt had broken. There is a recall, 00v311001, but this vehicle is not included due to vin. *ak consumer states that she has always had trouble with the engine light illuminating. *scc
No | No | N | None | None | 20010328 |
Nar 03/05/2003 the consumer rear door hinges had to be replaced , the tie rod broke on the truck, and the water pump froze seizing power to the timing belt.
No | No | N | None | None | 20010321 |
Engine stalled at stop light. Mechanic found a butterfly screw on the plenum manifold came off and fell into engine, part no md 3359040, caused $ 4000 damage. Dealer had to tighten and use lock tight screws to prevent this from happening again. *slc