1992 Mitsubishi Montero 4dr RS 4WD SUV
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- Photo: MITSUBISHI PAJERO, MONTERO (V20- ,NH, NJ, NK, NL) China (3) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: MITSUBISHI PAJERO, MONTERO (V20- ,NH, NJ, NK, NL) China (2) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mitsubishi Montero 3000 Super Wagon 1992 (13994188150) by order_242 from Chile, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mitsubishi Montero GLS V6 3500 1998 (13897533347) by order_242 from Chile, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1997 Mitsubishi Montero (5844306754) by Michael Gil from Calgary, AB, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1992 Mitsubishi Montero 4dr RS 4WD SUV is a 151-hp 3.0-liter V6 with four-wheel drive. It starts at $20,647 MSRP and is rated at 15 mpg combined.
It makes 151 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 174 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 mpg city and 17 mpg highway (15 mpg combined).
The Montero measures 185.2 inches long on a 107.1-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $20,647 ($47,828 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.0L SOHC 12-valve V6 |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 151 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 174 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder |
| Injection Type | Fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Part-time 4WD with manual hi-lo transfer case |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 14 MPG |
| Highway | 17 MPG |
| Combined | 15 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 185.2 in |
| Width | 66.7 in |
| Height | 73.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1992 Mitsubishi Montero 4dr RS 4WD SUV with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1992 Mitsubishi MONTERO. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 2, 2000 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES: MIRAGE MODEL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 1.5L ENGINES; MONTERO SPORT MODELS EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L ENGINES; AND MONTERO MODELS EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L ENGINES. THE BOLT SECURING THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY CAN BECOME LOOSE AND THE PULLEY COULD FALL OFF THE VEHICLE.
Consequence: THE CONDITION CAN RESULT IN A LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: ON THE MIRAGE VEHICLES, THE DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW, IMPROVED CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT ON THE OLDER ENGINES. ON NEW ENGINES WHICH ALREADY HAVE THE IMPROVED BOLT, THE DEALER WILL TIGHTEN THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT TO THE CORRECT TORQUE SPECIFICATION. ON THE MONTERO MODELS, DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT TO THE CORRECT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. IF THE BOLT IS DAMAGED, IT WILL BE REPLACED.
NHTSA campaign 00V311001
Aug 12, 1996 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
UNDER CONDITIONS OF FULL LOCK STEERING AND FULL SUSPENSION TRAVEL, THE LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSE CAN CRACK, RESULTING IN BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE.
Consequence: BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE WILL CAUSE ILLUMINATION OF THE BRAKE WARNING LAMP AND REDUCTION IN BRAKING EFFECTIVENESS INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSES WITH REVISED HOSE ASSEMBLIES.
NHTSA campaign 96V143002
Jul 25, 1996 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
UNDER CONDITIONS OF FULL LOCK STEERING AND FULL SUSPENSION TRAVEL, THE LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSE CAN CRACK, RESULTING IN BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE.
Consequence: BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE WILL CAUSE ILLUMINATION OF THE BRAKE WARNING LAMP AND REDUCTION IN BRAKING EFFICIENCY INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSES WITH REVISED HOSE ASSEMBLIES.
NHTSA campaign 96V143001
Jul 22, 1993 · TRAILER HITCHES
THE WELD ON THE RECEIVER UNIT OF THE TRAILER HITCH CAN BREAK.
Consequence: IF THE FAILURE OCCURS, THE TRAILER CAN SEPARATE FROM THETOWING VEHICLE, AND COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: REPLACE THE TRAILER HITCH.
NHTSA campaign 93E023000
12 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1992 Mitsubishi MONTERO
Owner Complaints
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1992 Mitsubishi MONTERO (1 mention a crash). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 6 |
| Hydraulic | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
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 1992 MITSUBISHI MONTERO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.