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1987 Mitsubishi Montero 2dr 4WD SUV

The 1987 Mitsubishi Montero 2dr 4WD SUV is a 109-hp 2.6-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and four-wheel drive. It starts at $10,067 MSRP and is rated at 16 mpg combined.

It makes 109 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 142 lb-ft of torque at 3000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 18 mpg highway (16 mpg combined).

The Montero measures 157.0 inches long on a 92.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,260 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$10,067 ($28,801 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.6L SOHC 8-valve I4
Displacement2.6 L
Horsepower109 hp @ 5,000 rpm
Torque142 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
ValvetrainSOHC, 2 valves per cylinder
Injection Type2-barrel carburetor
Drivetrain
Drive TypePart-time 4WD with manual hi-lo transfer case
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City15 MPG
Highway18 MPG
Combined16 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular
Dimensions & Weight
Length157 in
Width66 in
Height72 in
Wheelbase92.5 in
Curb Weight3,260 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1987 Mitsubishi MONTERO. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

May 24, 1995 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.

Consequence: THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUGGING ON THE BELT TO MAKE SURE THE LATCH IS SECURELY LOCKED, AND THEN PRESSING THE RELEASE BUTTON. THE LATCH PLATE SHOULD POP OUT OF THE BUCKLE WHEN THE BUTTON IS PRESSED. IF EITHER RELEASE BUTTON SHOWS A SIGN OF BREAKING OR CRACKING OR IF EITHER BUCKLE FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY, OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CONTACT THEIR AUTHORIZED DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE BUCKLE REPLACED OR REPAIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER IS DEVELOPING A REMEDY DESIGNED TO PREVENT FAILURE OF THE BUTTONS THAT ARE NOT CURRENTLY BROKEN.

NHTSA campaign 95V103004

3 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1987 Mitsubishi MONTERO

Owner Complaints

3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1987 Mitsubishi MONTERO (1 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Seat Belts3
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jan 12, 2001 · Seat Belts
“DRIVER'S SIDE LAP BELT HAS FRAYED AND DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY. PASSENGER'S BUCKLE BROKE, AND DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY. *AK”
May 8, 1997 · Seat Belts
“RECALL REPAIRS ON THE FRONT SEAT BELT RELEASE DELAYED DUE TO LACK OF PARTS.”
Apr 14, 1995 · Seat Belts Crash 2 injuries
“TAKATA SEAT BELT DID NOT RESTRAIN OCCUPANT DURING COLLISION; BROADSIDEDD ANOTHER VEHICLE; PASSENGER SEAT BELT RELEASED; OCCUPANT HIT WINDSHIED. TT”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1987 MITSUBISHI MONTERO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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