2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Brakes
Brakes leads by volume: 17 of 63 complaints (27%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (6) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 97 in 2000 to 63 in 2001.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1999 | 2000 | 2001 | 2002 | 2003 | vs. 2001 Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,100–3,900 | 3,650–4,150 | 3,450–3,900 | 3,450–4,150 | 3,450–4,150 | |
| Combined MPG | 16–20 | 15–17 | 16–18 | 15–18 | 15–18 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 15–19 / 18–22 | 14–16 / 17–19 | 15–16 / 18–21 | 14–16 / 17–21 | 14–16 / 17–21 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 444–555 | 523–592 | 494–555 | 494–592 | 494–592 | |
| Complaints filed | 33 | 97 | 63 | 54 | 31 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 4 | 17 | 8 | 14 | 6 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 | |
| Injuries reported | 4 | 12 | 8 | 14 | 4 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
Brakes: 17 of 63 NHTSA complaints (27%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport get?
EPA rates it 16–18 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
EPA estimates $3,450–$3,900 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD | 16 mpg (high) | 21 mpg (high) | 18 mpg (high) | $3,450 (low) | 494 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 3.5L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD | 15 mpg (low) | 20 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 523 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD | 16 mpg (high) | 20 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 523 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 3.5L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD | 15 mpg (low) | 18 mpg (low) | 16 mpg (low) | $3,900 (high) | 555 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 17 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 7 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS · Campaign 01V027000 · Feb 7, 2001
Defect: VEHICLE 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.
Consequence: THESE HOSES COULD BURST CAUSING FLUID LEAKAGE, INCREASING THE BRAKING CAPABILITY OF THE VEHICLE AND COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE VACUUM HOSE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 15, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.