1997 Mitsubishi Nativa: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1997 Mitsubishi Nativa: 2 recalls, 1 owner complaint.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #98V220001 · 1998 · 6,609 vehicles
What's wrong: The front brake lines can develop pin holes due to chaffing against the edge of the pass-through hole in the inner fender.
Why it matters: Brake fluid can leak resulting in deteriorated braking performance and illumination of the brake indicator lamp.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the front brake lines for signs of wear and routing. If the lines are not correctly centered in the pass-through hole, the lines will be repositioned by bending slightly to correct. If there is evidence of brake line wear, the brake line will be replaced.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #00V311002 · 2000 · 61,068 vehicles
What's wrong: The bolt securing the crankshaft pulley can become loose and the pulley could fall off the vehicle.
Why it matters: The condition can result in a loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Suspension (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 1997 Mitsubishi Nativa has 1 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 4 Nativa model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 1). Neighboring years: 1998 (0 complaints, 3 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 1997 Mitsubishi Nativa have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 1997 Mitsubishi Nativa. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1997 Mitsubishi Nativa problems?
Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are suspension (1).
Where can I get a 1997 Mitsubishi Nativa repair manual?
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