2001 Mitsubishi Mitsubishi recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2001 Mitsubishi Mitsubishi, but owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

2 / 0

Injuries / deaths

2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2001 Mitsubishi Mitsubishi vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Mitsubishi Mitsubishi problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	2
Fuel System, Other	2
Visibility	1
Latches/Locks/Linkages	1
Air Bags	1

Most reported parts

Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 2
Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System › Heater Core — 1
Fuel System, Other › Storage › Tank Assembly › Filling/Charging — 1
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 1
Air Bags › Frontal — 1
Fuel System, Other › Fuel Injection System — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 56,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2001 Mitsubishi Mitsubishi complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · at 50,000 miles · reported Sep 28, 2005

I was driving on a highway doing approximately 55 MPH when I struck a deer, causing $4,500 worth of damage and the airbags never deployed even though my whole front end was replaced including the front bumper. The damages to my car were replaced and fixed, but mitsubishi has yet to inspect the airbags to make sure there is no defect.

Visibility · at 35,000 miles · reported Nov 12, 2004

I was driving along the highway when my friend and I noticed an antifreeze smell and the windshield started to fog. We both work on cars for a living and we both knew exactly what it was. The heater core. What surprised me was that my car only has 35k miles on it and this is the first time I have ever seen a heater core fail with so little miles on it. The part cost me $200 and the labor, which I was thankfully able to perform, took the better part of a day. The car's computer is located beneath the heater core but luckily I caught it in time or it could have caused an accident by stalling the…

Power Train · reported Jun 8, 2001

Consumer was traveling 55mph on highway in misty weather on damp roads with gear in neutral, and lost control of vehicle . Vehicle veered into another vehicle, and was fishtailing in the lanes.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Mitsubishi Mitsubishi have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2001 Mitsubishi Mitsubishi as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Mitsubishi Mitsubishi?

Owners report power train problems most often (2 reports), followed by fuel system, other (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 56,000 miles.

Are Mitsubishi recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mitsubishi dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.