1993 Mitsubishi Expo Problems
- Complaints
- 12filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 99,000miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 21 mpgcombined, 2.4L 4-cyl FWD · 19 city / 26 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1993 Mitsubishi Expo (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 12 consumer complaints for the 1993 Mitsubishi Expo. The part named most often is seat belts, with 7 complaints (58% of the total), followed by brakes (2) and engine cooling (1). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 99,000 miles. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 4 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Seat belts7 58%
- Brakes2 17%
- Engine cooling1 8.3%
Example complaints
Seat belts: “Passenger's seat belt would intermittently not engage when closing the door, leaving passenger without any restraint. Dealer and manufacturer were not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #8012020, filed 2002-06Brakes: “Noticed that vehicle labored under acceleration and front brakes smelled after being parked. Symtpoms gradually worsened until vehicle would no longer move under its own power. After being towed to dealer was advised that hydraulic brake fluid had been contaminated and that rubber components needed to be replaces. Approx. 1 yr later same symtoms began. Was advised that rotors were warped and required replacement. Rotors and pad replaced. Now (9/98) hearing sounds of stress in front end when braking.”
NHTSA complaint #541667, filed 1998-09Latches, locks and linkages: “There was a recall (97v063001) concerning the door latch which could malfunction which would cause the shoulder belt anchorage to remain at the a-pillar when the door was closed. When the vehicle was started, the automatic seat belts did not engage. The seat belt did not slide on the rail properly. There was a recall for the same vehicle only one year earlier, but the consumer's vehicle was not included due to VIN. (right rear door)”
NHTSA complaint #10067406, filed 2004-05, 99,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
0% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 99,000 and 99,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1993 Mitsubishi Expo version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expo FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Expo FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Expo 4WD/AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Expo 4WD/AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 98V168000Jul 22, 1998Power train › Automatic transmissionCovers: Mitsubishi Expo 1992–1995, Galant 1990–1992
Vehicle description: all wheel drive passenger vehicles. Lockup of the transfer case can occur due to insufficient lubrication.
- 97V063001Apr 18, 1997Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › LatchCovers: Mitsubishi Expo 1992–1993, Mirage 1992–1993, Expo LRV 1992–1993
Excess lubrication can cause the rubber door latch switch cover to deform, and the door latch switch to malfunction, so that the shoulder belt anchorage would remain at the a-pillar when the door was closed.
Recall details for the 1993 Mitsubishi Expo → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 4 on record; the latest 4 are shown.
- 10169006Nov 26, 2019Equipment. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10163703Jul 30, 2019Equipment. 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.
- 10130469Feb 26, 2018Equipment. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170852Jan 29, 2013Body and structure. This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
Other model years of the Mitsubishi Expo
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 11 | 117,000 | 1 | — | 22 | — | Not enough data |
| 1994 | 15 | 110,000 | 1 | — | 22 | — | Stable |
| 1993 | 12 | 99,000 | 2 | — | 21 | — | Not enough data |
| 1992 | 41 | 70,000 | 2 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Mitsubishi Expo model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1993 Mitsubishi Expo have?
NHTSA recorded 12 consumer complaints for the 1993 Mitsubishi Expo as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1993 Mitsubishi Expo is reported most often?
Seat belts is named most often, in 7 complaints (58% of the total), followed by brakes with 2.
Has the 1993 Mitsubishi Expo been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1993 Mitsubishi Expo get?
The EPA rates the 1993 Mitsubishi Expo (Expo, 2.4L 4-cyl) at 21 mpg combined, 19 city and 26 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,200 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1993 Mitsubishi Expo reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 99,000 miles and the middle half falls between 99,000 and 99,000 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.