Most common 1997 Mitsubishi Nativa problems
Share of the 1 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Mitsubishi Nativa complaints by model year
Best Nativa years: 1998. Compare all years →
1997 Mitsubishi Nativa recalls (2)
Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Vehicle description: passenger and sport utility vehicles. The bolt securing the crankshaft pulley can become loose and the pulley could fall off the vehicle.
Remedy: 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…
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The front brake lines can develop pin holes due to chaffing against the edge of the pass-through hole in the inner fender.
Remedy: 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.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1997 Mitsubishi Nativa a good car?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the 1997 Nativa rates few complaints: 1.2× as many complaints as a typical year of the Nativa at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Mitsubishi Nativa?
The suspension — 1 complaint, 100% of all complaints for this model year, most often about front.
How many recalls does the 1997 Mitsubishi Nativa have?
There are 2 recalls for the 1997 Mitsubishi Nativa, the most recent from December 6, 2000 (engine). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Mitsubishi Nativa?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 1998. See the full Mitsubishi Nativa years comparison.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.