KNOWN FAULTS · Mitsubishi
Mitsubishi Pajero / Shogun (IV) common problems.
2006–2021 · Diesel
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1 known fault with sources
Engines: 3.2 DI-D (Diesel)
Mitsubishi Pajero / Shogun (2000–2021) weak points from its inspection recordKnown weak points
- Engine / equipment
- Mitsubishi Pajero / Shogun (2000–2021), all versions
- Period mentioned
- 2006–2021
- Symptoms
- Serious engine or turbo damage on the 3.2 DI-D if it is revved hard (fuel use of 12 l/100 km or more points to driving too hard) and rust on the floor, doors and wings; suspension wear shows from about 150,000 km.
- Possible cause described
- According to AUTO BILD, 8% of owners had serious engine damage; driven gently, the 3.2 DI-D passes 250,000 km. The article covers the Pajero from 2000 to 2018, including the V80 body.
- Check for the garage
- Before buying, or at the next service, have it checked on a lift and its fault memory read with a diagnostic tool.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Sources from the original database
View full entryEngines for this model
- 3.2 DI-DDiesel