2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS
JA4MT21HX2J049108
Vehicle history report for the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS (VIN JA4MT21HX2J049108). Burgundy, sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv], 3.0L 6-cyl, gasoline. 172,442 mi reported. Registered in Oh. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Vehicle identity & specifications
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 61 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 2 involved a crash 🚑 1 reported injury
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
🔍 Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 61
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I checked and there's several recalls on the vehicle and I purchase it last year from the dealership and I never received anything about the recalls and now my vehicle doesn't want to start it lock me out.
NHTSA ODI #11482835ENGINE
I have a 2002 Mitsibishi Montero Sport.I was driving home from work, and all the sudden i couldn't steer. I had no steering, Lost power to vehicle and battery light came on. Wasnt sure what happened, looked under the hood and noticed belts were off. Went and got new ones and noticed when trying to put the mew belts on the bolt on the crankshaft pulley was lo…
NHTSA ODI #11427619POWER TRAIN
DRIVE MODE SELECTOR WILL NOT MOVE FROM THE AWD POSITION.
NHTSA ODI #11103604STRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
THE HOOD FLEW UP WHEN SAFETY LATCH FAILED TO HOLD IT,, PLUS BRAKE LINE TROUBLES AS WELL AS GAS TANK FILL PIPE ALL RUSTED OUT,, HOOD WAS ON HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 30MPH AN WRAPPED ARROUND WINDSHIELD,,
NHTSA ODI #11022445SERVICE BRAKES
MY MECHANIC SAID THAT THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE BOOSTER HAS BEEN MANUFACTURED IMPROPERLY WHICH RESULTED IN LEAKAGE OF THE PRESSURIZED NITRGEN GAS FROM INSIDE THE ACCUMULATOR. THE LOSS OF THIS GAS PRESSURE RESULTED IN AN ABNORMAL NOISE FROM THE LEFT SIDE OF THE DASH PANEL WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED AND CAN DELAY FIRST TIME BRAKE BOOST ASSIST AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS …
NHTSA ODI #11022029SERVICE BRAKES
MY MITSUBISHI MONTERO LIMITED STARTED MAKING A STRANGE NOISE FROM UNDER THE DASH WHILE DRIVING. ONE DAY WHILE DRIVING WHEN I APPLIED THE BRAKE THE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. I DID SOME RESEARCH AND FOUND A RECALL FOR THE BRAKE HYDRAULIC BOOSTER FOR THIS VEHICLE BUT MY VIN NUMBER IS NOT SHOWING A RECALL. WHEN I CONTACTED MITSUBISHI ALL THEY WOULD SA…
NHTSA ODI #10968765EXTERIOR LIGHTING
BOTH HEAD LIGHT BEAMS SOMETIMES DISAPPEAR WHEN SWITCHING TO HIGH BEAM WHILE DRIVING LEAVING YOU DRIVING IN THE DARK WITHOUT ANY LIGHTS.
NHTSA ODI #10960167ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 MITSUBISHI MONTERO SPORT. WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED LEFT OR RIGHT AT A CERTAIN ANGLE, THE HORN OF THE VEHICLE ACTIVATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT AN UNKNOWN MODULE RELATED TO THE AIR BAG AND A RELAY SWITCH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE RELAY SWITCH WAS REPLACE…
NHTSA ODI #10785008+ 53 more complaints on record.
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Is the VIN JA4MT21HX2J049108 valid?
JA4MT21HX2J049108 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Japan. It decodes to the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport.
Does the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?
Comparable 2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport listings run roughly $800–$2,700, typically around $1,672 (from 38 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2002 Mitsubishi Montero Sport at about 17 mpg combined (15 city / 19 highway).
Data last checked 16 Jul 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.