1998 Mitsubishi Montero Sport vs 2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 Mitsubishi Montero Sport | 2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 35 | 97 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 77 | 83 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 17 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–21 | 15–17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 116,350 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mitsubishi Montero Sport | Mitsubishi Montero Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 15 |
| Power Train | 2 | 14 |
| Structure | 1 | 15 |
| Suspension | 1 | 14 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 10 |
| Steering | 4 | 10 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 8 |
1998 Mitsubishi Montero Sport
2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.