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1994 Mitsubishi Mighty Max — 2.4L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1994 Mighty Max 2.4L.

Body TRUCKEngine 2.4L

The 1994 Mitsubishi Mighty Max is a truck powered by a 2.4-liter engine, with routine oil service specified at 3.7 quarts across 20W-40, 10W-30, or 5W-30 API viscosities. Reliability records for this model year show nine owner complaints and zero recalls, with Engine & Engine Cooling cited as the top complaint area. Within the 1990–1996 model run, complaint volume peaked at eleven for 1991 and dropped to a low of three for 1996, which places the 1994 model year in the middle of that range rather than at either extreme.

Model year1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity3.7 qtOEM · verified

Engine oil type20W-40 / 10W-30 / 5W-30 APIOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter MZ690072. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tire size4WD:P225-75R15OEM · verified

Wheel / rim6-JJ inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	MZ690072 alt MZ690116
Engine air filter	MR571471
Fuel filter	MB504755 alt MB504754
Spark plug	MS851237 alt MS851238
Front wiper blades	MB415739
Serpentine belt	MB167064 alt MD185960
Thermostat	MD972903 alt MD184011

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 3.7 qt of 20W-40 / 10W-30 / 5W-30 API engine oil, 85W-90 · 80W-90 in the differential, DOT 3 · DOT 4 brake fluid.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake Fluid	DOT 3 · DOT 4
Differential Gear Oil	85W-90 · 80W-90
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	5 Pints,
Engine Coolant	ETHYLENE GLYCOL
Engine Oil	20W-40 · API · 10W-30 · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity	3.7 qt
Power Steering Fluid	Use Mitsubishi PS fluid

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi.

Every 7,500 mi	Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Clutch Master Cylinder (inspect fluid level) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Power Steering System (inspect)
Every 15,000 mi	Axle Shaft Oil Seal (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect)
Every 30,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Driveshaft U-Joint (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 60,000 mi	Distributor Cap (inspect) · Distributor Rotor (inspect) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel Tank (inspect) · Fuel Tank Filler Cap (inspect)
Every 100,000 mi	EGR Valve (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Canister (replace) · PCV System (inspect)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 1994 Mitsubishi Mighty Max recorded 9 complaints and zero recalls, placing it below the 1991 peak of 11 complaints and the 1992 total of 10 complaints but above the 1995 figure of 7 complaints and the 1996 low of 3 complaints. Recalls appeared only in the 1990 and 1991 model years (one each) and disappeared thereafter, so the 1994 model shares the recall‑free status of 1992‑1996. Complaint volumes show a clear downward trend after the early‑generation high in 1991, with 1994 sitting on the declining slope before the steeper drop seen in 1995‑1996. Technical Service Bulletins increased from 5 in the early years to 7 in 1994, then rose sharply to 16 in 1995 and 19 in 1996, indicating growing service advisories despite fewer complaints. Overall, the 1994 year offers a moderate complaint count with no recalls, making it a reasonable choice for a used Mighty Max buyer.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

2 involved a crash · 0 a fire

Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

’90 ’91 ’92’94’95 ’96

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 9 complaints on record, top 5 components.

Engine & Engine Cooling5

Steering,Tires1

Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

Suspension1

Vehicle Speed Control1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 7 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
TSB-22-54-003	2022-04-07	Exterior Lighting	This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between…
TT253	2019-11-26	Equipment	This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-19-00-008	2019-07-30	Equipment	This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes…
TT237	2018-02-26	Equipment	This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-13-42A-002	2013-01-29	Structure	This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Vehicles with shared specs

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Vehicles taking 3.7 qt Engine oil filter MZ690072 Engine air filter MR571471 Fuel filter MB504755 Spark plug MS851237

Reference guides

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 1994 Mighty Max 2.4L take?

3.7 qt of ABOVE 32 degrees F: 20W-40 API, ABOVE -10 degrees F: 10W-30 API, BELOW 60 degrees F 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 1994 Mighty Max have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.