Live
2026 RIVIAN R1S2021 FORD Rangersticker2016 DODGE Dartsticker2023 LAND ROVER Range Rover Sport2015 FORD F-150sticker2023 CADILLAC XT5sticker2026 SUBARU Crosstrek2019 CHEVROLET Corvettesticker2025 RAM 1500sticker2015 FORD Mustangsticker2024 CADILLAC XT4sticker2025 FORD Mustang Mach-Esticker2027 BMW X52026 TOYOTA Grand Highlander2006 SUBARU Impreza2025 GMC2024 CHEVROLET Equinoxsticker2026 BMW 330i2025 CHEVROLET Silverado HDsticker2014 JEEP Grand Cherokeesticker
VinWhere

VIN Decode

2002 MITSUBISHI Montero VIN Decode

VIN: JA4MW31R52J001876

VIN JA4MW31R52J001876 decodes as a 2002 MITSUBISHI Montero, a sport utility vehicle, built in Nagoya, JAPAN. This free VinWhere page shows the factory decode — year, make, model, trim, engine, drivetrain, fuel type, and assembly location — plus window-sticker availability and the NHTSA safety recalls reported for this year, make, and model. Vehicle data only: no owner names, addresses, or DMV records.

Free VIN decode result

Year
2002
Make
MITSUBISHI
Model
Montero
Trim
—
Body
Sport Utility Vehicle
Engine
3.50L 6-cyl
Drive type
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Fuel
Gasoline
Built in
Nagoya, JAPAN

Window sticker availability

Original window sticker

Not available

Safety recalls

3 reported — see below

Safety recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recalls reported for the 2002 MITSUBISHI Montero. Recall campaigns apply to a year, make, and model — not a specific VIN — so confirm whether this vehicle is affected and unrepaired at NHTSA.gov/recalls.

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE ACCUMULATOR THAT IS INSTALLED ON THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE BOOSTER MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED. OVER A PERIOD OF TIME, THIS COULD RESULT IN LEAKAGE OF THE PRESSURIZED NITROGEN GAS FROM INSIDE THE ACCUMULATOR.

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN IMPROVED ACCUMULATOR. OWNER NOTIFICATION MAILING BEGAN OCTOBER 1, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.

    NHTSA campaign 01V254001 · reported 03/08/2001

  • EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

    CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.' THE BILINGUAL ENGLISH/SPANISH REMOVABLE AIR BAG WARNING LABELS AFFIXED TO THE DASH AND TO THE SUNVISOR DO NOT MEET THE SIZE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.

    Remedy: MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN WILL MAIL A CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION LETTER CONTAINING A WRITTEN DESCRIPTION AND A GRAPHIC OF THE BI-LINGUAL DASHBOARD AIR BAG WARNING LABEL. IN ADDITION, ALL CURRENT 2000-2004 NATIVA OWNERS WILL ALSO RECEIVE REPLACEMENT AIR BAG ALERT LABELS FOR THE SUN VISORS. THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH OR APRIL 2005. THE NOTIFICATION TO THE NATIVA OWNERS IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL OR MAY 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN AT 1-787-251-8715.

    NHTSA campaign 04V428000 · reported 01/09/2004

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

    ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, WHEN THE FUEL TANK IS FULL AND THE VEHICLE IS PARKED FACING FORWARD ON AN UPWARD SLOPE, THE FUEL TANK LEVELING VALVE MAY NOT MAINTAIN PROPER SEALING IN THE EVENT THE FUEL EXPANDS FROM A RISE IN THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE.

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEVELING VALVE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037 OR MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN AT 1-787-251-8715.

    NHTSA campaign 04V319000 · reported 06/07/2004

Source: NHTSA vehicle safety recalls. Data reflects campaigns reported for this year, make, and model.

VIN structure

WMI (1–3)

JA4

Manufacturer & country

VDS (4–9)

MW31R5

Vehicle descriptor + check digit

VIS (10–17)

2J001876

Year, plant & serial

Keep exploring

Free VIN decode vs. optional full report

This page shows a free factory VIN decode and NHTSA recall summary. A full vehicle report is different and may include deeper buyer-research data when available. The full report is optional and is not required to use VinWhere.

VinWhere uses public vehicle specification data, including NHTSA vPIC decode data and NHTSA safety-recall data. Some fields may be unavailable depending on the manufacturer, model year, and source.

VIN decode FAQ

What vehicle is VIN JA4MW31R52J001876?+

VIN JA4MW31R52J001876 decodes as a 2002 MITSUBISHI Montero (Sport Utility Vehicle). VinWhere shows factory specifications only — no owner names, addresses, or DMV records.

Does the 2002 MITSUBISHI Montero have any safety recalls?+

NHTSA reports 3 safety recalls for the 2002 MITSUBISHI Montero (reported by model, not by VIN). Recall campaigns are issued by year, make, and model rather than by individual VIN, so confirm this specific vehicle's status at NHTSA.gov/recalls.

Is the window sticker available for 2002 MITSUBISHI Montero?+

An original window sticker is not available for this vehicle. The free VIN decode and NHTSA recall summary are still available.