Model year guide

2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints5
Combined15–17 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport recalls 1

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #04V095000 · 20/02/2004

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHTS AS STATED ON THE TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL ARE IN ERROR.

Fix: 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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Air Bags
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.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport MPG & running costs

Combined15–17 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway18 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,200
EPA size classSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$9,000 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$21,000
Fuel only$21,000
Per mile$0.28

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport trims & engines on record

Trims
LS · XLS
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl

2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport vehicles on record

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Other Mitsubishi Montero Sport model years

2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997

2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport — frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport?

Across all 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel/propulsion system, engine and engine cooling, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport get?

The 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport has U.S. EPA estimates of 15–17 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.