Mitsubishi Pajero/Montero V80/V90 — Reliability

V80/V90 2006–2021 1 engine

Reliability Summary

Engine 6G72 — 80/100 BUY
Known Issues 5

Engine in this model

BUY 80

6G72

6G72 3.0 V6

Old, simple 3.0 V6 used in the Pajero IV and many earlier Mitsubishi and Chrysler cars. With good ma...

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Known Issues Across All Engines

Issue Engine Severity Onset
Timing belt and hydraulic tensioner failure 6G72 high —
Crankshaft bearing wear from oil starvation 6G72 high 250,000 km – 300,000 km
Oil consumption from worn piston rings and valve-stem seals 6G72 moderate 100,000 km
Crankshaft pulley bolt can loosen (US recall) 6G72 minor —
Hydraulic lifter knock 6G72 minor 100,000 km – 200,000 km