Mitsubishi Mighty Max recall history and complaint patterns
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Mitsubishi Mighty Max, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
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At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Mitsubishi Mighty Max, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 1985–1995 with 6 recall campaigns and 71 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 1991 (1), 1990 (1), and 1989 (1).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 1991 (14), 1992 (11), and 1994 (9).
- Top recall theme: Seats and restraints.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Seat belts:front:buckle assembly, Electrical system:ignition:module, Engine and engine cooling.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Seats and restraints
1 campaign · Years: 1986–1991These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
- 95V103004 · Seat belts: Buckle assembly
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Mitsubishi Mighty Max in NHTSA complaint data are Seat belts:front:buckle assembly, Electrical system:ignition:module, Engine and engine cooling.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 0 | 3 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts:front:buckle assembly, Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components. |
| 1994 | 0 | 9 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly, Engine and engine cooling, Engine and engine cooling:cooling system. |
| 1992 | 0 | 11 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Power train:clutch assembly, Power train:clutch assembly:pedal/hand lever(motorcycle), Electrical system. |
| 1991 | 1 | 14 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system:ignition:module, Seat belts:front:buckle assembly, Seat belts:front:anchorage. |
| 1990 | 1 | 8 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts:front:buckle assembly, Electrical system:ignition:switch, Seat belts:front:retractor. |
| 1989 | 1 | 2 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts:front:anchorage, Structure:body:bumpers. |
| 1988 | 1 | 9 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts:front:buckle assembly, Engine and engine cooling:engine, Tires. |
| 1987 | 1 | 5 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts:front:buckle assembly, Seat belts:front:retractor. |
| 1986 | 1 | 8 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe, Seat belts:front:buckle assembly, Electrical system:ignition:switch. |
| 1985 | 0 | 2 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly, Engine and engine cooling. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Seat belts
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