2004 MITSUBISHI MONTERO Recalls (3)

Campaign:
04V095000 on 02/29/2004
Component:
Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured:
08/19/2002 - 01/28/2004
Affected:
491
Defect:
On certain sport utility vehicles, the vehicle capacity weights as stated on the tire and loading information label are in error.
Consequence:
This information could potentially result in consumers loading their vehicles beyond the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr).
Correction:
Owners will be sent replacement labels with instructions on how to install them. the recall began on april 14, 2004. owners should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Campaign:
04V319000 on 07/06/2004
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:storage
Manufactured:
04/03/2001 - 05/20/2004
Affected:
44,214
Defect:
On certain sport utility vehicles, when the fuel tank is full and the vehicle is parked facing forward on an upward slope, the fuel tank leveling valve may not maintain proper sealing in the event the fuel expands from a rise in the ambient temperature.
Consequence:
If the fuel leveling valve does not seal properly, fuel may leak onto the ground. fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the leveling valve. the recall began on august 30, 2004. owners should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037 or mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715.
Notes:
Mitsubishi recall no. sr-04-008.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Campaign:
04V428000 on 09/02/2004
Component:
Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured:
05/31/1997 - 06/29/2004
Affected:
100,432
Defect:
Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' the bilingual english/spanish removable air bag warning labels affixed to the dash and to the sunvisor do not meet the size requirements of the standard.
Consequence:
This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
Correction:
Mitsubishi caribbean will mail a customer notification letter containing a written description and a graphic of the bi-lingual dashboard air bag warning label. in addition, all current 2000-2004 nativa owners will also receive replacement air bag alert labels for the sun visors. this recall is expected to begin during march or april 2005. the notification to the nativa owners is expected to begin during april or may 2005. owners should contact mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715.
Notes:
The manufacturer's petition which requested that nhtsa determine this fmvss noncompliance does not create an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety was partially denied on january 26, 2005. therefore, this manufacturer is obligated to conduct an owner notification and remedy campaign.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

2004 MITSUBISHI MONTERO TSBs (25)

Bulletin:
0435001
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Abs diagnostic trouble code 61 - service manual revision. *tt
Bulletin:
0413001
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Electronic throttle valve (etv) initialization procedures - service manual revision. 2004 lancer and lancer sportback models also included. *tt
Bulletin:
0435003
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Abs data list items - service manual revision. tsb revision 04-35-003. *mr update. *tt
Bulletin:
0442A001
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Remote keyless entry (all 2004 models). *tt
Bulletin:
0454003
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Immobilizer system information update (2004 models). *tt
Bulletin:
0427002
Component:
105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
Summary:
Drive pinion height adjustment service manuel revision. *eh
Bulletin:
108
Component:
199000 tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Summary:
How to identify tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) transmitters. mitsubishi tech talk. *tt
Bulletin:
108
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Astc code 35 or 37. mitsubishi tech talk. *tt
Bulletin:
09012004
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Updated miller tool information. *eh
Bulletin:
10012004
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Rv meter temperature display. 8eh
Bulletin:
06012004
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Rwd/4wd light blinks. *eh
Bulletin:
06012004
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Rear seat does not unlatch. *eh
Bulletin:
06012004
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Rv meter reading incorrect. *eh
Bulletin:
113
Component:
198000 tires:temporary/emergency spare tire
Summary:
Spare tire cover fit. *tt
Bulletin:
0513008
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Powertrain control module (pcm) reprogramming for diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0134. *tt
Bulletin:
0555001
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
A/c compressor oil specification - service manual revision. *tt
Bulletin:
050920
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Steering wheel and or vehicle vibration-vehicles equipped with goodyear intergrity 16 inch tires only. *sc
Bulletin:
54
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Rv meter temperature display update. mitsubishi. tech talk. *tt
Bulletin:
0631001
Component:
199000 tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Summary:
Tire pressure monitoring system. *tt
Bulletin:
126
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Rear axle shaft flange coming loose. *tt
Bulletin:
137
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Reprogramming the pcm drivability or sensitivity issues can be corrected. *kb
Bulletin:
TSB-11-35-005
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Mitsubishi: 2003-2006 montero. a corrected pressure switch check procedure. *rm
Bulletin:
MEDICUpdate517
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them that an update for medic will be available.
Bulletin:
TT237
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.
Bulletin:
TIN1800009
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This is a technical information notice sent to dealers, to inform them that mb991855v (12-13 pin reprogramming adapter) is now available for purchase. to reprogram 2002 - 2006 montero and 2003 - 2006 outlander vehicles, mb991855 is necessar

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