2003 Mitsubishi Montero Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 15%of 39 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 73,945miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2003 Mitsubishi Montero, 15% of the 39 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 73,945 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Loud humming noise from the drivers side rear end. Excessive wear on rear drivers side tire. Got louder the higher the MPH went. Had mechanic inspect and found the arm from the wheel to the differential was separated and about to come apart. Mistubishi dealer repaired and charged 2100.00 to fix.”
NHTSA complaint #10228163, filed 2008-05, 73,945 miles“Recent incident of right back wheel displaying excessive noise and impairing driving, as well as repeated incidents of brake wear, malfunction and excessive brake noises. Repeated replacement of rear right rotor. Driver was in fear for her safety.”
NHTSA complaint #10167605, filed 2006-09, 11,000 miles“While driving and coming to complete stop automatic transmission doesn't shift properly from the first to the second gear. Dealer inspected vehicle several times, but did not resolve the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10057948, filed 2004-02, 80,000 miles“The contact owns a 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. The contact heard a loud piercing sound when the ignition was started. All of the warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 230,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10621355, filed 2014-08, 230,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10170074Aug 28, 2015This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170071Jul 22, 2015This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170096Mar 5, 2013This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170100Feb 6, 2013This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170086Nov 1, 2012This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10021743May 1, 2007Reprogramming the pcm drivability or sensitivity issues can be corrected.
- 10020120May 1, 2006Rear axle shaft flange coming loose.
- 10016139Apr 1, 2005Powertrain control module (pcm) reprogramming for diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0134.
- 10014377Jun 1, 2004Rwd/4wd light blinks.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 6 | 15% |
| 2002 | 5 | 5% |
| 2001 | 13 | 8% |
| 2000 | 5 | 10% |
| 1999 | 8 | 20% |
| 1998 | 3 | 4% |
| 1997 | 4 | 6% |
| 1996 | 4 | 15% |
| 1995 | 5 | 6% |
| 1991 | 1 | 6% |
| 1990 | 2 | 9% |
Other parts of the 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
11 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsTires
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
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.
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