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This 2002 Mitsubishi Montero has 0 NHTSA complaints.
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2002 Mitsubishi Montero Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 6 2002 Mitsubishi Montero trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 6 trims analysed.
2002 Mitsubishi Montero Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero has 0 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns on record. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.
- Make
- Mitsubishi
- Model
- Montero
- Model year
- 2002
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 0
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Safety recall campaigns
- 3
- Reliability signal
- Good Record
- EPA MPG combined
- 17
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 15 / 20
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- No
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2002 Mitsubishi Montero?
This MITSUBISHI MONTERO year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection.
Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs.
May Suit
This year may suit buyers who prioritize complete maintenance records and pass a pre-purchase inspection.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers who want a lower-risk ownership profile may prefer comparing nearby model years before committing.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the most frequently reported complaint components on this model year
- Confirm recall repairs were completed and documented
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- Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
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Full breakdown
All 2002 Mitsubishi Montero complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
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Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero.
Safety recalls
2002 Mitsubishi Montero recalls
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. 3 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
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Questions
2002 Mitsubishi Montero buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero reliable?▾
Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 0 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns for this model year. This MITSUBISHI MONTERO year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero?▾
No significant patterns found in the NHTSA complaint database for this model year.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 0 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero have any recalls?▾
Yes. 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. A major recall area is SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM. 3 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2002 Mitsubishi Montero?▾
This MITSUBISHI MONTERO year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Mitsubishi Montero reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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