1998 Mitsubishi MonteroMitsubishi Montero 1998

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins

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Below you will find all available information on the 1998 Mitsubishi Montero, manufacturered by Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (mmc).
The vehicle is described as a 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD Compact Utility (Utility Vehicle Categories "Small" and "Midsize").

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
MitsubishiJA7 JA3 JA4 JA7 JA3 JA4 Regular
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
14 - 20 MPG17 - 23 MPG423.19 - 592.46 g/mile
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Sub-models: - Montero Sport - Montero Sport 2wd - Montero Sport 4wd -

Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 1998 Mitsubishi Montero?
     - The 1998 Mitsubishi Montero has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 14 - 20 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 17 - 23 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 1998 Mitsubishi Montero?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 1998 Mitsubishi Montero can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 1998 Mitsubishi Montero?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1998 Mitsubishi Montero is $3400.
  • Where is the 1998 Mitsubishi Montero produced?
     - The 1998 Mitsubishi Montero is produced in Minato-ku Tokyo , Japan.
  • Are there recalls for the 1998 Mitsubishi Montero?
     - There are 5 recall(s) for the 1998 Mitsubishi Montero, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 156979 [USA]: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. an underinflated air bag may not properly protect the occupant. these scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.

  • Recall 41257 [USA]: This does not meet the requirements of the standard.

  • Recall 5992 [USA]: The condition can result in a loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 11269 [USA]: Brake fluid can leak resulting in deteriorated braking performance and illumination of the brake indicator lamp.

  • Recall 10501 [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.

NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
  • Automatic 4-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Montero

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSOHC
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-7250
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 118.5944
    City mpg for fuel type 1,15
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,16
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Drive axle type4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSOHC
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3400
    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 1,18
    Vehicle record id14763
    Model name (carline)Montero
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 118.3814
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 125.4421
    EPA vehicle size classSpecial Purpose Vehicle 4WD
    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-7250
    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 cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSOHC
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-8250
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 119.834
    City mpg for fuel type 1,14
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,15
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Drive axle type4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSOHC
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)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 id14764
    Model name (carline)Montero
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 117.3
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 123.2
    EPA vehicle size classSpecial Purpose Vehicle 4WD
    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 cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.5
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSOHC
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-7250
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 118.5944
    City mpg for fuel type 1,14
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,16
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.5
    Drive axle type4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSOHC
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3400
    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 1,18
    Vehicle record id14765
    Model name (carline)Montero
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 117.444
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 124.8678
    EPA vehicle size classSpecial Purpose Vehicle 4WD
    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-7250
    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 Rear-Wheel Drive Montero Sport 2wd

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.4
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSOHC
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-3000
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 114.1671
    City mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,21
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.4
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSOHC
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2550
    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 1,23
    Vehicle record id14677
    Model name (carline)Montero Sport 2wd
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 124.6811
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 131.7941
    EPA vehicle size classSpecial Purpose Vehicle 2WD
    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-3000
    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 Rear-Wheel Drive Montero Sport 2wd

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSOHC
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-5250
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 116.5283
    City mpg for fuel type 1,17
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,18
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSOHC
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3000
    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 1,20
    Vehicle record id14678
    Model name (carline)Montero Sport 2wd
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 121.202
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 127.8706
    EPA vehicle size classSpecial Purpose Vehicle 2WD
    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-5250
    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 Sport 4wd

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSOHC
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6250
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 117.5006
    City mpg for fuel type 1,16
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,17
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Drive axle type4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSOHC
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3200
    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 1,19
    Vehicle record id14766
    Model name (carline)Montero Sport 4wd
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 120.2052
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 126.4596
    EPA vehicle size classSpecial Purpose Vehicle 4WD
    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-6250
    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 Sport 4wd

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSOHC
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-6250
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 117.5006
    City mpg for fuel type 1,15
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,17
    Engine cylinders6
    Engine displacement in liters3.0
    Drive axle type4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSOHC
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3200
    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 1,19
    Vehicle record id14767
    Model name (carline)Montero Sport 4wd
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 118.959
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 125.6941
    EPA vehicle size classSpecial Purpose Vehicle 4WD
    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-6250
    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

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • SR-20-001REV3 - AIR BAGS: This is a revised safety recall bulletin sent to dealers informing them of new takata inflator return procedures.
  • 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
  • 94 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Oxygen sensor detection. *tt
  • 0313005 - EQUIPMENT: Obd-ii drive cycle. *tt
  • 0355004 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Air conditioner refrigerant quantity - service manual revision. *tt
  • 0355001 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: A pulsating or rattle noise heard when the air conditioner is on. *tt
  • 0213020 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER: New and revised information relating to readiness test status descriptions and procedures. *tt
  • 0213018R - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Powertrain control module (pcm) reprogramming for engine stalling / engine hesitation / diagnostic trouble code (dtc) P0154. *tt
  • SR98004 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Mitsubishi motor sales of america, inc. Is voluntarily recalling certain vehicles to modify the rear cargo area carpet (mat). *tt
  • SR98005 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS: Mitsubishi motor sales of america, inc. Is voluntarily recalling certain vehicles for inspection and, if necessary, repair of a condition related to the front brake tubes. *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
  • 80 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: Information on a diagnostic trouble code P0174 set *tt
  • TSB0211002 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Information on crankshaft identification marks - service manual revision. *tt
  • 0137A003 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Subject regarding ball joint dust cover grease application, service manual revision. *slc
  • 8113 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Subject regarding diagnostic trouble codes P0171 and P0174 for v6 models. *lc
  • 7954 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN: Customers may report that after pushing the horn button when the accessory socket is in use,the horn continues to blow when the button is released. *tt
  • 0142A014 - SUSPENSION: Some vehicles may experience vehicle body vibration.*jb
  • 0125001 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT: Subject regarding incorrect propeller shaft installation.*jb
  • TIN01SR003 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Technical information regarding crankshaft pulley bolt replacement. *tt
  • TSB0142A010 - STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE: This bulletin contains instructions for eliminating a popping noise from the rear hatch area of the vehicle. *tt
  • 27 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER: Brief information concerning torque converter vibration / shudder. *tt
  • 27 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: Brief information regarding vibration / shudder condition at rear of vehicle on leaf-spring models. *tt
  • TSB0117003 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: This bulletin provides corrected instructions for troubleshooting cruise control system trouble code dtc 12, vehicle speed sensor system which was incorrect in the service manuals. *tt
  • 67 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Information on diagnosing transfer lever stuck in 4h and torque converter vibration / shudder / surge condition. *tt
  • 67 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Subject regarding crankshaft pulley bolt replacement. *jb
  • TSB0123002 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT: Some 4-wheel drive models may exhibit a transfer lever stuck in 4h. *tt
  • TSB0113001 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP: Subject regarding fuel pump operation check - service manual revision. *jb
  • TSB0154003 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR: Information on corrections to circuit diagrams relating to the central door locking system. *jb
  • TSB0154002 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: This bulletin involves corrections to wiring diagrams relating to the air conditioning system and the heated seats. *jb
  • TSB0142A002 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD: Subject regarding corrections to rear door glass holder installation instructions. *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
  • TSB9942A010 - STRUCTURE: This bulletin contains information about a new stronger rear liftgate gas spring. This new spring is being introduced to eliminate a condition where the gas springs may not allow the rear liftgate to open satisfactorily. *tt
  • TSB0042A007 - VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY: This bulletin contains revised details for sunroof water test and fit adjustment procedures - service manual revision. *tt
  • TSB0055001R - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Concerns with road debris (such as asphalt or small rocks) pushed into the a/c condenser fan during operation, resulting in insufficient opening in the fan shroud for the debris to escape. *tt
  • TSB0042A005 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD: Concern with windshield wind (buzz, hum or whistle) noise, especially in the a-pillar area or across the top of the windshield occuring when driving at highway speeds. The noise may be intermittent, and typically is more evident at ambie
  • TSB0023004 - POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE): A condition may exist on 4-wheel-drive models, if the driver tries to shift the transfer lever from 4l to 4h while the vehicle is moving, the lever may become stuck in 4h. Shifting from 4l to 4h should only be done with the vehicle s
  • 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
  • TSB0042A003 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Information addressing customer body vibration complaints. *tt
  • TSB0055001 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Information concerning air conditioner condenser damage. *tt
  • TSB0011002 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Information containing corrected cylinder head bolt tightening sequence for 2.4l, 4-cylinder engines. *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
  • TSB9914001 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY: Information regarding radiator fan shroud breakage. *tt
  • 48 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL: Exhibiting rough idle after warm-up. *tt
  • TSB992700 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT: Customer may complain of a whine coming from the differential. *tt
  • TSB9931002 - TIRES: This bulletin contains snow tire recommendations for certain cars and sport-utility vehicles. *tt
  • TSB9854007 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS: Addition of fog light relay. *yc
  • 9821001 - POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE): This bulletin contains the following additons, revisions, and corrections related to the clutch pedal. *yc
  • 9842A007 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR: Wind noise may occur at the upper front door area when driving at freeway speeds.(1997-99 montero sport models produced before 8/7/98,up to vin: ---xP0149132). *yc
  • 9823008 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Brief information on corrected a/t diagnostic procedures. *yc
  • 9837002 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM: Subject on a new power steering pressure hose mounting nut tightening torque specifications. *yc
  • 9827001 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT: Procedures for eliminating or reducing an apparent differential whining noise. *yc
  • 9827002 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL: Service manual revision on changed gear oil specification. 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
  • 9811004 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Conditions with mil on/misfire dtcs/engine knock. *yc
  • 9833A001 - SUSPENSION:FRONT: Service manual revision on changed front camber adjustment specification. *yc
  • 9842A004 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Procedures for the remote keyless entry security system. *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
  • 9837A001 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Service manual revision on changed tightening torque specifications for tie rod and relay rod nuts. *yc
  • TSB9852B001 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Repair procedures for repairing poor-fitting passenger side srs air bag covers. *yc
  • TSB9752A004 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Procedures for repairing loose rear wheel housing carpet in the rear cargo area. *yc
  • 9751002 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Condition with loose fitting rear fender flare trim. *yc
  • 9754016 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Rattle noise under instrument panel. *yc
  • TSB9754015 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS: Repair procedures for audio failure on various model years. *yc
  • 9752A005 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Information on improved cup holders. *yc
  • 9722003 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Removal and installation procedures for the manual transmission shift lever are incorrectly printed. *yc
  • TSB9854002 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: Subject on wiring harness configuration and circuit diagram changes. *yc
  • 98020131001 - TIRES: Complaints of vibration throughout the vehicle noticeably in the driver's seat. *yc
  • TSB9851001 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Some vehicles experience gapping between the rear mud guard and the rear fender. *yc
  • TSB9852A001 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: On some vehicles the edge of the surface skin on the driver's knee protector is peeling. *yc
  • 97100155002 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Preventing dust from entering the interior. *yc
  • 97110151003 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Accessory installation for the front fender flare and mudguard. *yc
  • 971101971101 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Service manual revision on corrected crankshaft bearing procedures. *yc
Keyfob Information

The following is a list of any known keyfobs for the Mitsubishi Montero 1998 as well as their FCC IDs if available

  • ILCO-AX00013580: 1998-2003 Mitsubishi Montero / 3-Button Keyless Entry Remote / E4EG8D-522M-A (AFTERMARKET)
    FCC ID: E4EG8D-522M-A
  • OR-MIT004: 1998-2006 Mitsubishi Montero / 3-Button Keyless Entry Remote / PN: MR587977 / E4EG8D-522M-A (OEM Refurb)
    FCC ID: E4EG8D-522M-A
Known Recall Investigations
  • Rear folding seat disengagement investigation # PE98042

    A police report received by odi alleged that disengagement of the right rear folding seat during a single vehicle rollover incident permitted its occupant to be ejected

NHTSA decoded information from VIN

138 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.

Variable Value
Additional Error TextThe error positions are indicated by ! in Suggested VIN. In the Possible values section, each pair of parenthesis indicate information about each error position in VIN . The Numeric value before the : indicates the position in error and the values after the : indicate the possible values that are allowed in this position Unused position(s): 7,8,11; Invalid character(s): 9:A , 13:U;
Air Bag Loc Front1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Body ClassSport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV)
Drive Type4x2
Error Code1,5,14,400
Error Text1 - Check Digit (9th position) does not calculate properly; 5 - VIN has errors in few positions; 14 - Unable to provide information for some of the characters in the VIN, based on the manufacturer submission.; 400 - Invalid Characters Present
MakeMITSUBISHI
MakeID481
ManufacturerMITSUBISHI MOTORS CORPORATION (MMC)
Manufacturer Id1052
ModelMontero Sport
ModelID5755
Model Year1998
NCSA Body TypeCompact Utility (Utility Vehicle Categories "Small" and "Midsize")
NCSA MakeMitsubishi
NCSA ModelMontero/Montero Sport
Possible Values(7:1)(8:ACGHJKNPR)(11:JPUYZ)
SeriesLOW
SuggestedVINJA4AS2!!!W!B!0074
VINJA4AS2AWAW0BU0074
Vehicle TypeMULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20210506

At the moment the only situation that i have had with the mitsubishi airbag recall is that when i call the customer relations department they say they do not have the parts, that supposedly the mitsubishi company has not yet sent the replacement parts.....I have to call within 2 months to see if the parts have arrived at the repair shops.

NoNoN NoneNone20200901

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 mitsubishi montero. The contact discovered that the vin was included in nhtsa campaign number: 20v035000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

NoNoN NoneNone20200831

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 mitsubishi montero. The contact discovered that the vin was included in nhtsa campaign number: 20v035000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

NoNoN NoneNone20200813

The vehicle was taken to southside mitsubishi in orlando and because a mechanic named bob who's been there for over 20 years says it's the original but it's not the original bolt they don't want to honor the recall i argued with them multiple times.. The original bolt is me203072, and the montero has the same bolt as the pajero . This vehicle with vin [xxx] had the bolt snap off..If it was already fixed like southside mitsubishi said it shouldn't have snapped. They repeatedly do not want to give a straight answer and keep transferring the phone around. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(b)(6). *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20200812

The vehicle was taken to southside mitsubishi in orlando and because a mechanic named bob who's been there for over 20 years says it's the original but it's not the original bolt they don't want to honor the recall i argued with them multiple times.. The original bolt is me203072, and the montero has the same bolt as the pajero . This vehicle with vin [xxx] had the bolt snap off..If it was already fixed like southside mitsubishi said it shouldn't have snapped. They repeatedly do not want to give a straight answer and keep transferring the phone around. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(b)(6). *tr

NoNoN NoneNone20190101

I had been experiencing the smell of gasoline inside the car, stronger when i open the back rear luggage area and rear of montero (closest to the gas fuel tank underneath). I do not see any active leak on the floor. My car has no damage, such as being rear ended or bumper damage at all. The tank may be defective or vaporizing into interior of car.

NoNoN NoneNone20181231

I had been experiencing the smell of gasoline inside the car, stronger when i open the back rear luggage area and rear of montero (closest to the gas fuel tank underneath). I do not see any active leak on the floor. My car has no damage, such as being rear ended or bumper damage at all. The tank may be defective or vaporizing into interior of car.

NoFireN NoneNone20120605

I turned my ac on and smelled something burning and my car battery light and brake light as well as my at light came on and then my radio, ac,dome light and moon roof wont close i took my car to the dealer and they wanted 400$ just to diagnose the problem and that doesn't include fixing it i took it to pepboys and they told me i could of had fire with a bad malfunction. *js

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone20110608

While traveling on route 632, another vehicle failed to yield the right of way, entered and stopped in the intersection of route 632 & route 645 in new jersey; causing my suv to broad sided their pick-up truck. Luckily there were no fatalities. However, neither the mitsubishi driver or passenger side air bags deployed upon impact.

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Common OBD-II Error Codes
  • P0154 [1] 02 Sensor Circuit No Activity Detected (Bank 2 Sensor 1)
  • P0174 [2] System too Lean (Bank 2)
  • P0171 [1] System too Lean (Bank 1)
  • P1715 [2] PNP Switch Out Of Self Test Range
  • P0149 [1] Fuel Timing Error
Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
VIN Year Model Manufactured In
JA4LS31P3WP0114921998Montero SportNAGOYA , JAPAN
JA4AS2AWAW0BU00741998Montero Sport ,
JA4LS41P6WP0051431998Montero SportNAGOYA , JAPAN
JA4LS21G7WP0027561998Montero SportNAGOYA , JAPAN

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