Mitsubishi
Montero Sport
Mitsubishi Montero Sport: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.
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ClassSUV
Model years (US)2000–2004
Recall dataNHTSA (United States)
Generations and technical specifications
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport – Third generation2015–present
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | KR (2WD models) / KS (4WD models) / QE (Australia, 2016–2019) / QF (Australia, facelift) |
| Production | 2015–present |
| Engines | Petrol 3.0 L 6B31 V6 Diesel 2.4 L 4N15 MIVEC turbo I4 2.4 L 4N16 MIVEC turbo I4 (2024–present) 2.5 L 4D56 turbo I4 |
| Transmissions | 5-speed manual 6-speed manual 5-speed automatic 6-speed Aisin automatic (Thailand; since 2024) 8-speed Aisin TL-80SN/TL-80NF automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm |
| Length | 4,785–4,825 mm |
| Width | 1,815 mm |
| Height | 1,805 mm |
| Kerb weight | 2,045 kg |
| Assembly | Thailand: Laem Chabang (MMTh) Indonesia: Cikarang, West Java (MMKI; from 2017) Russia: Kaluga (PCMA Rus) Bangladesh: Chittagong (Pragoti) |
| Designer | Atsunori Mitsuda, Naoki Akita, Osamu Tsuchiya, Toshihiro Imaeda and Yutaka Iwata (pre-facelift) Tsunehiro Kunimoto (facelift) |
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport – Second generation2008–2016
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | KG (2WD models) / KH (4WD models) / PB (Australia) |
| Production | 2008–2016 |
| Engines | Petrol 2.4 L 4G64 I4 3.0 L 6B31 V6 3.5 L 6G74 V6 Diesel 2.5 L 4D56 turbo I4 3.2 L 4M41 turbo I4 |
| Transmissions | 5-speed V5MT1 manual 5-speed INVECS-II with Sport Mode SMART semi-automatic 4-speed INVECS-II with Sportronic Mode |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm |
| Length | 4,695 mm |
| Width | 1,815 mm |
| Height | 1,840 mm |
| Assembly | Thailand: Laem Chabang (MMTh) Brazil: Catalão (Mitsubishi Motors Brasil) Russia: Kaluga (PCMA Rus) China: Changsha, Hunan (GAC Mitsubishi) Venezuela: Barcelona (MMC Automotriz: 2013–2015) Bangladesh: Chittagong (Pragoti) India: Chennai (HM-Mitsubishi) |
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport – First generation1996–2010
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | K80 (2WD models) / K90 (4WD models) / PA (Australia, 1998–1999) / PA II (Australia, 2000–2006) |
| Production | 1996–2008 2006–2010 (Brazil) |
| Engines | Petrol 2.4 L 4G64 I4 3.0 L 6G72 V6 3.5 L 6G74 V6 Diesel 2.5 L 4D56 turbo I4 2.8 L 4M40 I4 2.8 L 4M40 turbo I4 3.2 L 4M41 turbo I4 |
| Transmissions | 5-speed V5MT1 manual 5-speed INVECS-II semi-automatic 4-speed automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,725 mm |
| Length | 4,620 mm |
| Width | 1,775 mm |
| Height | 1,735 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,845–1,920 kg |
| Assembly | Japan: Okazaki, Aichi (Nagoya Plant: 1996–2008) Thailand: Laem Chabang (MMTh: 2001–2005) China: Beijing (Beijing Jeep: 2003–2005; Beijing Benz: 2005–2008) Brazil: Catalão (Mitsubishi Motors Brasil: 2006–2010) |
Engines and transmissions
| Model years | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2004 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2000–2004 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2000–2003 | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2000–2003 | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Model years | Configuration | Combined | City | Highway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2004 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 14.7–15.7 L/100 km | 15.7–16.8 L/100 km | 13.1–13.8 L/100 km |
| 2000–2004 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 13.8–14.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 11.8–12.4 L/100 km |
| 2000–2003 | 3.0 L, 6 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 13.8 L/100 km | 14.7–15.7 L/100 km | 11.8–12.4 L/100 km |
| 2000–2003 | 3.0 L, 6 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 13.1–13.8 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 11.2–12.4 L/100 km |
Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.
Key specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| EPA size class | SUV |
| Model years in EPA data | 2000–2004 |
| Powertrains | Petrol |
| Engine displacement | 3.0–3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Transmission types | Automatic |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive, Four-wheel or all-wheel drive |
| Fuel | Petrol (regular) |
| Configurations listed | 18 |
Years and markets
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years (US) | 2000–2004 |
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
| Component | Complaints | Most reported model years |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 140 | 2000, 2001, 2003 |
| Engine and cooling | 68 | 2000, 2001, 2003 |
| Transmission and drivetrain | 58 | 2000, 2001, 2003 |
| Airbags | 56 | 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Electrical system | 55 | 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Suspension | 36 | 2000, 2001, 2003 |
| Body and structure | 32 | 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Steering | 29 | 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Fuel and propulsion | 24 | 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Visibility and wipers | 19 | 2001, 2002, 2003 |
Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2000–2004: 492 complaints, 72 with a crash and 10 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.