Mitsubishi Outlander recalls

71 official safety recalls for the Mitsubishi Outlander from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk

Rearview camera image may not display
Reported August 25, 2026Model years 2025–2026NHTSA campaign 26V54900067,146 vehicles affected
Improper software programming may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying in reverse, reducing the view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Outlander and 2026 Outlander PHEV vehicles. Due to improper software programming, the Alliance In-Vehicle Infotainment (A-IVI) system may fail to display the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the A-IVI software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 24, 2026. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-26-002. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 9, 2026.
Liftgate gas springs may rupture or lose pressure
Reported April 20, 2026Model years 2014–2022NHTSA campaign 26V252000108,046 vehicles affected
The liftgate gas springs may corrode and lose pressure, causing a cylinder to rupture or the liftgate to fall unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury. The left and right gas springs will be replaced free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.
Consequence
A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2026. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-26-001. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov June 3, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V507.
Liftgate gas springs may corrode or rupture
Reported August 7, 2025Model years 2014–2022NHTSA campaign 25V507000121,529 vehicles affected
The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, causing a cylinder to rupture or the liftgate to fall unexpectedly and increase injury risk. The left and right liftgate gas springs will be replaced, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles sold and/or currently registered in Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.
Consequence
A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-25-002
Rearview camera image may freeze or disappear
Reported June 2, 2025Model years 2022–2025NHTSA campaign 25V369000198,940 vehicles affected
An infotainment software error may freeze the rearview camera image or prevent it from appearing, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Outlander and 2023-2025 Outlander PHEV vehicles. Due to a software error in the in-vehicle infotainment system (A-IVI), the rearview camera image may freeze, or not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the A-IVI software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 30, 2025. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-25-001. This recall replaces and expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V345. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V345 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Backup camera image may not appear
Reported June 6, 2023Model years 2022–2023NHTSA campaign 23V34500089,907 vehicles affected
An infotainment software error may prevent the backup camera image from appearing, reducing rear visibility and increasing crash or injury risk. Dealers will update the software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Outlander and 2023 Outlander PHEV vehicles. Due to a software error in the in-vehicle infotainment system (A-IVI), the backup camera rearview image may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will update the A-IVI software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2023. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-23-001. This recall was replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V369.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rearview camera may not display an image
Reported July 8, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V47000056,080 vehicles affected
A software error may prevent the rearview camera from displaying an image, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the camera software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022 Outlander vehicles. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 1, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-88-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-003. This recall was replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V369.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Seat belt retractor may deactivate too soon
Reported May 13, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V3350002,865 vehicles affected
A seat belt retractor may deactivate before the belt is fully retracted, leaving a child restraint unsecured. This can increase the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022 Outlander vehicles. The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) in the right front, second-row right, and second-row left seat belt assemblies may deactivate before the seat belts are fully retracted, which can result in an unsecured child restraint system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-88-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-002.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Fuel pump may fail
Reported January 24, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V02700016,616 vehicles affected
Incorrectly fused components inside the fuel pump may cause it to fail, leading to an engine stall and increased crash risk. Dealers will replace the fuel pump free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022 Outlander vehicles. The commutator and wires inside the fuel pump may be fused incorrectly, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
Consequence
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 18, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-001.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Center pillar may be welded incorrectly
Reported October 18, 2021Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 21V8210001 vehicle affected
An incorrectly welded center pillar may weaken the vehicle body and increase the risk of injury in a crash. The affected vehicle will be repurchased and replaced, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling one 2022 Outlander vehicle. A software programming error with a welding robot may have caused the vehicle's center pillar to be welded incorrectly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages" and 216, "Roof Crush Resistance."
Consequence
In the event of a crash, the reduced strength of the vehicle body may increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
MMNA will repurchase and replace the affected vehicle, free of charge. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-21-009.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Passenger seat belt retractors may deactivate early
Reported August 2, 2021Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 21V5960003,735 vehicles affected
The front and second-row passenger seat belt retractors may deactivate early, preventing a child restraint from securing properly and increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect the specified seat belt assemblies and replace them if necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022 Outlander vehicles. The front and second-row passenger seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the right front seat belt assembly, and the right and left second-row seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 28, 2021. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-21-007.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Front camera may mistake an object for a pedestrian
Reported July 25, 2021Model years 2016–2020DVSA recall R/2021/23335,608 vehicles affected
Depending on road conditions, the front camera system may incorrectly detect an object ahead as a pedestrian. The remedy is to update the camera control unit software.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
If there is an object in front of the vehicle the FCM camera system may incorrectly detect it as a pedestrian depending on road circumstances.
Defect
If there is an object in front of the vehicle the FCM camera system may incorrectly detect it as a pedestrian depending on road circumstances.
Remedy
Carry out a software update to the FCM-ECU.
Parking brake shafts may corrode and bind
Reported November 30, 2020Model years 2016NHTSA campaign 20V74100021,758 vehicles affected
Corrosion may cause the parking brake operating shafts to bind, preventing the brakes from engaging or releasing fully. If they do not engage properly, the vehicle could roll away and increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the rear brake caliper assemblies, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
PARKING BRAKE
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles. The rust prevention coating on the rear brake operating shafts could have been peeled off during the assembly process. As a result, water entering the rear brake caliper boot may cause the parking brake operating shafts to corrode and possibly bind.
Consequence
If the parking brake operating shafts bind, the parking brakes may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brakes do not engage properly, the vehicle could rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake caliper assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 4, 2021. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-005.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Second-row seat belt may be assembled incorrectly
Reported October 9, 2020Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2020/146EU Safety Gate A12/01373/20496 vehicles affected
The right-side second-row seat belt may be assembled incorrectly. Its installation will be inspected and the belt replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE RIGHT SIDE SECOND ROW SEAT BELT MAY BE ASSEMBLED INCORRECTLY
Defect
The right side second row seat belt may be assembled incorrectly.
Remedy
Inspect the installation of the seat belt and replace if necessary.
Rear seat belt buckle may become inoperable
Reported July 13, 2020Model years 2014–2019NHTSA campaign 20V403000177,000 vehicles affected
When the seat backs are folded, the center buckle may dislodge the right buckle cover, leaving the buckle unable to latch and restrain an occupant. Dealers will modify the center buckle cover and provide warning labels free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Outlander and 2018-2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The second-row center seat belt buckle may interfere with the right-side seat belt buckle when the seat backs are folded down. The interference may cause the right-side seat belt buckle cover to come off, making the buckle latch inoperable and unable to restrain an occupant.
Consequence
An unrestrained occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will modify the second-row center seat belt buckle cover, install a new warning label to the second-row seat support base, and provide a new warning label insert for the owner's manual, free of charge. The recall began September 1, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-20-004.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Right rear seat belt may be assembled incorrectly
Reported May 18, 2020Model years 2019–2020NHTSA campaign 20V2800003,241 vehicles affected
The right-side second-row seat belt may be assembled incorrectly and may not restrain an occupant properly, increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect it and replace it as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Outlander and 2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The seat belt for the right side second-row seat may have been assembled incorrectly.
Consequence
An incorrectly assembled seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the right side second-row seat belt and replace it as necessary, free of charge. This recall began June 17, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-002.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Corroded front cross member may let control arm detach
Reported May 18, 2020Model years 2008–2013NHTSA campaign 20V279000141,200 vehicles affected
Corrosion from salt water exposure may weaken the front cross member and allow a front lower control arm to detach, causing loss of control and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect it and apply an anti-corrosion agent or replace the cross member, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Lancer, 2009-2010 Lancer Sportback, 2008-2013 Outlander, and 2011-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.
Consequence
A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. Depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-003.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Air flow sensor resistor may corrode
Reported May 17, 2019Model years 2013–2014DVSA recall R/2019/142EU Safety Gate A12/1947/1912 vehicles affected
The resistor inside the air flow sensor may corrode, preventing the engine from starting to charge the main drive battery. The air flow sensor will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE RESISTOR INSIDE THE AIR FLOW SENSOR MAY CORRODE
Defect
It may not be possible to start the engine in order to charge the main drive battery.
Remedy
The air flow sensor is to be replaced on the affected vehicles.
Sunroof glass may detach
Reported January 2, 2019Model years 2006–2012DVSA recall R/2018/3365,940 vehicles affected
The sunroof glass may detach from its assembly. The glass and bonding material will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SUNROOF GLASS MAY DETACH FROM THE SUNROOF ASSEMBLY
Defect
The sunroof glass may detach from the sunroof assembly.
Remedy
Replace the sunroof glass and bonding material.
Power steering belt tensioner may crack and fail
Reported January 2, 2019Model years 2008–2009DVSA recall R/2018/335398 vehicles affected
The power steering drive belt automatic tensioner may crack and fail. The remedy is to replace the tensioner and bolts.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE FLANGE OF THE DRIVE BELT AUTOMATIC TENSIONER MAY CRACK
Defect
Power steering drive belt automatic tensioner may crack and fail.
Remedy
Replace the automatic tensioner and bolts.
Collision avoidance system may brake too long
Reported November 3, 2018Model years 2016–2017DVSA recall R/2018/28613,504 vehicles affected
The collision avoidance system may keep the brakes activated longer than necessary. The ECU software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FCM FCM MAY ACTIVATE THE BRAKE FOR LONGER THAN NECESSARY
Defect
Collision avoidance system may activate the brake for longer than necessary.
Remedy
The ECU will be rewritten with modified software.
Brake hydraulic unit functions may be interrupted
Reported November 3, 2018Model years 2016–2018DVSA recall R/2018/285EU Safety Gate A12/1658/1870,532 vehicles affected
Driver assistance programme functions through the hydraulic brake unit may be interrupted. The control unit software will be rewritten.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE BRAKE HYDRAULIC UNIT FUNCTION MAY BE INTERRUPTED
Defect
Driver assist programme functions through the hydraulic brake unit may be interrupted.
Remedy
The ECU will be rewritten with modified software.
Safety systems may not intervene as intended
Reported September 14, 2018Model years 2017–2018NHTSA campaign 18V62100058,916 vehicles affected
Incorrect hydraulic unit software may prevent safety systems such as automatic emergency braking, ABS, stability control or brake auto hold from working when in use, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will update the software, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system and 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and Eclipse Cross vehicles and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with an Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system and/or an Electric Parking Brake (EPB) system. The software for the Hydraulic Unit Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may be incorrect, possibly preventing the intervention of a safety system such as automatic emergency braking, Anti-lock Braking (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), or the Brake Auto Hold (BAH) function when any of these systems are in use.
Consequence
If the safety systems do not function as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the Hydraulic Unit-ECU software, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-008.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Collision mitigation braking may last too long
Reported September 14, 2018Model years 2017–2018NHTSA campaign 18V6200009,166 vehicles affected
Incorrect software may keep the collision mitigation system braking after a pedestrian is no longer detected. The driver may brake too, causing rapid deceleration and increasing the risk of a rear-end collision. Dealers will update the system software, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE:SOFTWARE:PEDESTRIAN/CYCLIST/OBJECT/OBSTACLE/ RECOGNITION
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Outlander Sport, 2018-2019 Eclipse Cross, and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system that detects pedestrians. Due to incorrect software, the FCM-ECU (Electronic Control Unit) may apply braking for longer than needed, even after a pedestrian is no longer detected.
Consequence
If the FCM-ECU software activates the brake for longer than necessary, the driver may react by applying additional braking. The resulting rapid deceleration of the vehicle can increase the risk of a rear-end collision.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the FCM-ECU software with updated software, free of charge. The recall is began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-007.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Engine relay may overheat and cause stalling
Reported September 11, 2018EU Safety Gate A12/1462/18
The engine control or valve lift control relay could overheat, causing the engine to stall while driving. The remedy is to recall the product from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
Component
Injuries
Defect
The engine control relay unit (ECU) or valve lift control relay can heat up abnormally. As the result the engine can stall whilst driving.
Remedy
Recall of the product from end users
Notes
Notified by Poland
Door latch may fail to lock in high temperatures
Reported September 11, 2018EU Safety Gate A12/1461/18
In high temperatures, the door lock mechanism may not operate properly, allowing a door to open while the vehicle is moving. The remedy is to recall the product from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
Component
Injuries
Defect
The door lock mechanism in the door latch might not operate properly in high temperatures. As the result the door may not be locked properly and could open while the vehicle is moving.
Remedy
Recall of the product from end users
Notes
Notified by Poland
Certification label lists incorrect rear rim size
Reported September 5, 2018Model years 2018–2019NHTSA campaign 18V59100014,791 vehicles affected
The certification label lists the wrong rear wheel rim size, which could lead to fitting an incorrect rim and increase the risk of a crash. A corrected label will be sent free of charge, or a dealer can replace it free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicles equipped with 18-inch alloy wheels. The Certification Label lists an incorrect rear wheel rim size. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence
The incorrect rim size information on the label can cause the operator to replace the rim with an incorrect rim size, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners and send them a corrected certification label, free of charge. Owners can also choose to have the label replaced by a dealer, free of charge. The recall began September 26, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-006.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Parking brake may not hold the vehicle
Reported August 8, 2018Model years 2012–2016DVSA recall R/2018/180EU Safety Gate A12/1096/18460,386 vehicles affected
Water may enter the parking brake caliper shaft boots and cause rust, or the rear caliper adjuster may fail to keep the pad clearance correct. Braking force may become insufficient and a parked vehicle may move. The remedy describes an anti-rust coating on the shaft and a changed caliper inspection process.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
PARKING BRAKE CALIPER SHAFT BOOTS INCORRECTLY SEALED
Defect
Due to improper sealing of parking brake caliper shaft boots water might penetrate inside and rust the shaft. As the result of continuous use the rust will erode into the internal caliper and the shaft becomes stuck causing decreased parking brake force. Due to improper manufacturing process automatic adjuster for brake pad clearance of rear brake caliper might not work properly. As the result as brake pad wear the clearance is not correctly adjusted and brake force becomes insufficient to hold a vehicle. In the worst case scenario parking brake will not work even though a lever is fully operated and parked vehicle may move.
Remedy
Anti-rust coating (Fluorine) has been applied to parking brake shaft from 27/01/2016 supplied parts & the Inspection process for the caliper has been changed from 14/12/2014 supplied parts.
Water ingress may cause windscreen wipers to fail
Reported May 26, 2018Model years 2006–2012DVSA recall R/2018/11713,819 vehicles affected
Water may enter the front wiper motor or corrode a wiper link ball joint, causing the wipers to fail over time. The motor and ball joint will be replaced with modified parts.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
WATER INGRESS MAY CAUSE WINDSCREEN WIPERS TO FAIL
Defect
Due to inappropriate waterproofing water may be drawn into the front wiper motor and/or may cause corrosion of the wiper link ball joint. This may over time cause the wipers to fail.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the wiper motor which has a modified breather and wiper link ball joint.
Door latch may malfunction in high temperatures
Reported February 19, 2018Model years 2015–2016DVSA recall R/2018/021EU Safety Gate A12/0098/1855,254 vehicles affected
The door latch may not operate properly in high temperatures, allowing a door to open while driving. Replace either both O/S door latches or the latches on all four doors, depending on the vehicle identification number.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
DOOR LATCHING MECHANISM MAY MALFUNCTION IN HOT TEMPERATURES
Defect
The locking mechanism in the door latch assembly may not operate properly in high temperatures. As a result the door may latch correctly and may unintentionally open whilst driving.
Remedy
A modified assembly is available and depending on vehicle identification number the remedy is to replace either both O/S door latches or on all four doors.
Engine control unit relay may overheat and fail
Reported February 19, 2018Model years 2014–2016DVSA recall R/2018/019EU Safety Gate A12/0099/1884,177 vehicles affected
The engine control unit relay may overheat and fail, interrupting power to the engine. The warning lamp may illuminate, and the engine may stall or not restart. The relay will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ECU RELAY MAY OVERHEAT AND CAUSE ECU TO MALFUNCTION
Defect
The engine Electronic Control Unit Relay may overheat and fail. This could interrupt power supply to the engine and will cause the engine malfunction warning lamp to illuminate. The engine may stall and may not restart.
Remedy
On affected vehicles the engine ECU power relay will be replaced with a new relay.
Sunroof glass may detach
Reported January 26, 2018Model years 2007–2010NHTSA campaign 18V07100056,641 vehicles affected
The sunroof glass may detach while driving and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the sunroof glass assembly free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2007-2010 Outlander, 2008-2010 Lancer, 2009-2010 Lancer Evolution, and 2010 Lancer Sportback vehicles equipped with sunroofs. The sunroof glass may detach from the sunroof assembly, becoming a road hazard to other vehicles.
Consequence
If the sunroof glass detaches from the assembly while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sunroof glass assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-003.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Parking brake actuator shaft may bind
Reported January 26, 2018Model years 2014–2016NHTSA campaign 18V070000170,354 vehicles affected
Water may cause corrosion that makes the parking brake actuator shaft bind, so the brake may not engage or release fully. If it fails to hold on a slope, the vehicle may move unexpectedly and increase crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace parts as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
PARKING BRAKE
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Outlander and 2013-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter the rear brake calipers causing the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and possibly bind.
Consequence
If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake calipers and replace the parking brake boot and lever or the brake caliper body, as necessary. Dealers will also replace the piston assembly of the rear brake caliper. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-002.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Drive belt tensioner flange may crack
Reported January 26, 2018Model years 2008–2012NHTSA campaign 18V069000141,053 vehicles affected
The drive belt automatic tensioner flange may crack, allowing the belt to detach. The battery may then discharge and the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the tensioner with an improved one free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Lancer, 2008-2012 Outlander, 2010-2012 Lancer Sportback, and 2011-2012 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with either a 4B11 or 4B12 engine. The drive belt automatic tensioner flange may crack, allowing the accessory drive belt to detach.
Consequence
If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the belt tensioner with one that has an improved shape, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-001.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Defective relay may stall the engine
Reported September 29, 2017Model years 2015–2017NHTSA campaign 17V609000132,552 vehicles affected
A defective relay may cause an engine stall, reduced power or overheating. An engine stall increases crash risk. Dealers will replace the affected relays free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.
Consequence
If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Windshield wiper motor may fail
Reported July 20, 2017Model years 2007–2013NHTSA campaign 17V461000100,082 vehicles affected
Water may enter the wiper motor and cause internal corrosion, which can make the motor fail and reduce visibility. Dealers will replace the wiper motor free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles. In the affected vehicles, water may drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole. The water may cause internal corrosion of the windshield wiper motor and the possible failure of the motor.
Consequence
Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-003.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Engine may fail to start or charge the traction battery
Reported July 3, 2017Model years 2013–2015DVSA recall R/2017/183EU Safety Gate A12/0872/1714,242 vehicles affected
The internal combustion engine may not operate correctly, triggering warning lights and a message. It may fail to start and charge the main traction battery; if warnings are ignored, the battery may run down and the vehicle may lose all drive. ECU software will be updated and the spark plugs replaced with approved ones.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE MAY NOT PERFORM AS EXPECTED
Defect
The Internal Combustion Engine may not operate correctly. DTCï¿½s will be generated the engine-warning lamp will illuminate and the combination meter will display a message. In the worst case the internal combustion engine will fail to start and charge the main traction battery. If the warnings are ignored the main traction battery will become depleted and the vehicle will lose all drive.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and apply countermeasure software to the ECU and replace the spark plugs with ones of approved specification.
Door latches may not secure in high temperatures
Reported April 6, 2017Model years 2016NHTSA campaign 17V23300035,674 vehicles affected
The inside door latches may not latch securely in high temperatures, allowing a door to open while driving and increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the door latches free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles. The inside door latch mechanisms may not latch securely in high temperatures, allowing the doors to open while vehicle is in motion.
Consequence
If a door opens while the vehicle is being driven, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door latches, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-002.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Front wiper linkage may corrode and separate
Reported October 31, 2016Model years 2007–2013NHTSA campaign 16V791000100,082 vehicles affected
Water may corrode the front wiper link joint, causing the linkage to separate and the wipers to stop working, reducing visibility. Dealers will replace the joint boot and inspect the wiper motor crank arm, replacing it if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles manufactured September 8, 2006, to March 29, 2013. In the affected vehicles, water may enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the wiper link separating and the wipers becoming inoperative.
Consequence
Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rubber boot on the ball joint to prevent water intrusion. Additionally, they will inspect the wiper motor crank arm for excessive play, replacing it as necessary. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-009.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Transmission may delay acceleration
Reported July 28, 2016Model years 2016NHTSA campaign 16V56300082,436 vehicles affected
The continuously variable transmission may delay vehicle acceleration in certain driving conditions, increasing crash risk. Dealers will reprogram the transmission control unit with modified software, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles and 2016 Outlander and Lancer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) that, in certain driving conditions, may cause a delay in the vehicle accelerating.
Consequence
A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the CVT control unit with modified software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-006.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Front control arms may detach from corrosion
Reported June 23, 2016Model years 2003–2013NHTSA campaign 16V458000194,674 vehicles affected
Salt water exposure can corrode the front cross member, causing a front lower control arm to detach and potentially leading to loss of control and a crash. Dealers will inspect it and apply anti-corrosion agent or replace the cross member free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2002-2007 Lancer, 2004 Lancer Wagon, 2003-2006 Lancer Evolution, 2003-2006 Outlander and 2007-2013 Outlander V-6 vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. In the affected vehicles, the front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.
Consequence
A detached front control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. Depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one that has a sealing/anti-corrosion agent applied to it. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-003.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fuel pipe connection may be fitted incorrectly
Reported November 17, 2015Model years 2015DVSA recall R/2015/2201,092 vehicles affected
The fuel pipe may be improperly connected to the fuel hose. The connection will be inspected and, if incorrect, removed and reconnected properly.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FUEL MAY LEAK
Defect
There is a possibility that a connection of the fuel pipe to the fuel hose has been improperly mounted in production
Remedy
On affected vehicles inspect the installation of the fuel hose connector and if found to be improper remove and reconnect correctly
ETACS ECU fault may disable vehicle systems
Reported September 28, 2015Model years 2008–2010DVSA recall R/2015/1576,152 vehicles affected
An ETACS ECU fault may make systems such as the headlights or windscreen wipers inoperable. The ECU's production date will be checked and it will be replaced if affected.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ECU MALFUNCTION MAY CAUSE SYSTEMS TO BECOME INOPERABLE
Defect
During operation the headlights and or the windscreen wipers amongst other systems may become inoperable as a result a none conformity in the Electronic Time & Alarm System (ETACS) ECU.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the production date of the ETACS ECU. The ETACS ECU will be replaced if it is within the affected production dates.
Blower motor may fail
Reported April 20, 2015Model years 2009–2011NHTSA campaign 15V23300076,958 vehicles affected
The blower motor may fail, reducing windshield defroster performance and driver visibility, which can increase crash risk. Dealers will replace the suspect motor free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Lancer vehicles manufactured March 16, 2009, to March 30, 2011, 2010-2011 Lancer Sportback vehicles manufactured June 17, 2009, to December 1, 2010, 2010-2011 Lancer Evolution vehicles manufactured July 14, 2009, to January 7, 2011, 2009-2011 Outlander vehicles manufactured February 10, 2009, to June 22, 2011, and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured August 26, 2010, to November 19, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the blower motor may fail.
Consequence
Failure of the blower motor may reduce the performance of the windshield defroster, diminishing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace a suspect blower motor, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-15-003.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Headlight, tail light and wiper control unit voltage may be unstable
Reported April 20, 2015Model years 2009–2010NHTSA campaign 15V23200053,396 vehicles affected
Unstable voltage in the control unit may cause the headlights, tail lights or windshield wipers to fail intermittently, reducing visibility or making the vehicle less visible and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the affected control unit free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Mitsubishi Lancer vehicles manufactured January 12, 2009, to July 6, 2010, 2009-2010 Outlander vehicles manufactured January 12, 2009, to August 27, 2010, 2010 Lancer Sportback vehicles manufactured June 17, 2009, to June 8, 2010, and 2010 Lancer Evolution vehicles manufactured July 14, 2009, to August 4, 2010. The affected vehicles have an electronic control unit (ECU) that controls the head lights, tail lights, and windshield wipers. Due to a manufacturing error, the voltage inside this ECU may be unstable.
Consequence
Unstable voltage could result in intermittent failure of the vehicle's head lights, tail lights, and windshield wipers. If the headlights and/or windshield wipers fail, the driver could have reduced visibility. If the tail lights fail, the vehicle could be less visible. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected ECU, free of charge. The recall began on June 15 ,2015. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-15-002.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Brake pedal may fail to release
Reported November 28, 2014Model years 2010–2012DVSA recall R/2014/129EU Safety Gate A12/1613/1412,999 vehicles affected
A cracked brake booster switch sleeve may break, preventing the brake pedal from releasing and leaving the vehicle unable to restart, move or pull away. The booster production date will be checked and the brake booster replaced if affected.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BRAKE PEDAL FAILS TO RELEASE
Defect
Due to incorrect installation of the switch sleeve in the brake booster the switch sleeve may be cracked. As a result the tip of the switch sleeve could break off causing the brake pedal not to release with the effect of the vehicle being unable to restart/move/pull away.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the production date of the brake booster. Replace the brake booster if it is of the affected production dates.
Drive belt may come off the pulleys
Reported November 28, 2014Model years 2007–2009DVSA recall R/2014/124EU Safety Gate A12/1753/1419,425 vehicles affected
Idler pulleys may wear at an angle and force the drive belt off, which can deplete the battery, cause overheating and increase steering effort on vehicles with hydraulic power steering. The belt will be replaced and the pulleys checked and replaced if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE
Defect
Due to the use of inappropriate material for the drive belt on the 4B1 Petrol engine the nylon idler pulley(s) may wear at an angle. If this continues under this condition the drive belt will be forced off the pulleys. This can lead to battery depletion Overheating and on vehicles with hydraulic power steering the steering effort will increase.
Remedy
Replace drive belt. Check and if necessary replace idler pulley(s)
Brake lamps may fail to illuminate
Reported November 28, 2014Model years 2007–2009DVSA recall R/2014/10910,605 vehicles affected
Silicone grease may insulate the brake light switch contacts, preventing the stop lamps from working. On automatic transmission vehicles, the shift lever may also be stuck in park. The switch mounting will be cleaned and the brake light switch replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BRAKE LAMPS MAY NOT ILLUMINATE
Defect
Silicon grease applied to the brake light switch during production may penetrate the switch and insulate the contacts. This may prevent the stop lamps from operating and on vehicles with automatic transmission the shift lever cannot be moved from the park position.
Remedy
Clean mounting and replace brake light switch
Brake lights may fail to illuminate
Reported September 12, 2014Model years 2007–2009NHTSA campaign 14V56400037,145 vehicles affected
A malfunctioning brake light switch may prevent the brake lights from illuminating when braking, leaving other drivers unaware that the vehicle is stopping and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the switch free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Outlander vehicles manufactured December 15, 2006, to October 31, 2007, and April 16, 2008, to August 22, 2009. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may malfunction causing the brake lights to not illuminate during brake application.
Consequence
Brake lights that are inoperative would not warn other drivers that the vehicle is stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch with a new one, free of charge. The recall began in mid-October 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-010. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 08V-680 and does not include any vehicles that were previously recalled.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Drive belt may detach
Reported September 12, 2014Model years 2008–2011NHTSA campaign 14V562000165,923 vehicles affected
Unusual wear in the pulley and belt arrangement may let the drive belt detach. The battery may discharge and the engine may stall, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the belt and any excessively worn pulleys free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Lancer, Lancer Evolution, and Outlander; 2009-2011 Lancer Sportback, Lancer Rilliart, and Lancer Sportback Ralliart; and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles. The affected vehicles, manufactured with 4B1 engines, have an engine pulley and belt arrangement for turning the alternator, the cooling fan and the power steering pump (if equipped). These pulleys may experience unusual wear and allow for belt detachment.
Consequence
If the drive belt detaches, the battery may discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive belt with a rubber belt. Drive pulleys that are excessively worn will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-009.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Transfer box fault may cause loss of drive
Reported July 25, 2014Model years 2012–2013DVSA recall R/2014/072574 vehicles affected
A misplaced oil seal may let transmission fluid pass into the transfer box, causing low pressure, poor shifting and a warning light. Fluid may leak onto the road, and the vehicle could lose all drive. Dealers will inspect the transfer box and replace it if affected.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSIBLE LOSS OF DRIVE
Defect
As a result of incorrect machining of the oil seal installation aperture in the transfer cover by one of the transfer box suppliers it is possible the oil seal may move from its intended position in the casing. This can result Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) passing from the main gearbox into the transfer casing causing the ATF pressure to drop which will result in poor shifting and the illumination of a warning lamp on the instrument panel. Also as the oil level in the transfer box increase it can leak out from the transfer box breather pipe onto the road surface. In the worst case scenario the vehicle can lose all drive.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles to inspect the transfer box. If found to be one of the affected transfer boxes then the transfer box will be replaced.
Power steering pressure tube may leak
Reported June 25, 2014Model years 2007–2013NHTSA campaign 14V366000203 vehicles affected
Contact with the transmission housing may wear a hole in the power steering pressure tube, causing a fluid leak and loss of steering assistance, which can increase crash risk. Dealers will replace the pressure and return tubes free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 Outlander vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Additionally, Mitusbishi is recalling certain 2007-2012 Outlander vehicles that received replacement 6-speed automatic transmissions during servicing. The transmissions in these vehicles have insufficient clearance between the power steering pressure tube and the converter housing of the automatic transmission. As a result of the contact, the power steering pressure tube may develop a hole and leak power steering fluid.
Consequence
A power steering fluid leak could result in a loss of steering assistance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pressure tube and return tube, free of charge. The recall began in August 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-006.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Transfer case oil seal may dislodge
Reported June 25, 2014Model years 2007–2009NHTSA campaign 14V3650005 vehicles affected
A transfer case oil seal may move out of position, allowing transmission fluid into the transfer case and reducing transmission pressure. Shifting may worsen or the vehicle may become undrivable, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the transfer assembly as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2009 Outlander vehicles. During servicing, the affected vehicles were repaired with replacement transfer case assemblies whose oil seal may come out of position.
Consequence
If the oil seal dislodges, automatic transmission fluid (ATF) may enter the transfer case assembly, reducing the ATF pressure in the transmission, resulting in poor transmission shifting or the inability of the vehicle to be driven, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-005.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Alternator pulley may detach and reduce steering assistance
Reported May 21, 2014Model years 2010–2012DVSA recall R/2014/0442,100 vehicles affected
A deformed alternator pulley may loosen and detach, reducing power steering assistance and illuminating the charging system warning lamp. The alternator will be checked and replaced if it is unmodified.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
REDUCTION IN POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE
Defect
Due to a nonconformity in the manufacture of the alternator pulley (free wheel type) the contact surface of the pulley might be deformed. In use the tightening torque of the alternator pulley can decrease resulting in the pulley detaching from the alternator. Should this happen the driver will notice reduced power steering assistance and the warning lamp for the charging system will illuminate.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and ascertain which alternator is fitted. Where an unmodified alternator is fitted replace the alternator.
Adaptive cruise control may brake unexpectedly or stop working
Reported July 1, 2013DVSA recall R/2013/074385 vehicles affected
In a tunnel, adaptive cruise control may mistake the wall for a vehicle and apply the brakes. A calculation error may also disable adaptive cruise control and front collision mitigation, with warning messages and an alarm. The control unit software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL MAY FAIL TO OPERATE AND/OR CAUSE BRAKES TO APPLY
Defect
One or both of the following may occur: 1) While driving through a tunnel with the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) operating the ACC control unit may judge that the tunnel wall is a vehicle in front. This can result in the ACC system automatically applying the brakes to reduce vehicle speed. 2) Due to a calculation error in the ACC/Front Collision Mitigation (FCM) control unit ACC failure and Active Stability Control (ASC) failure may be displayed in the combination meter along with an audible warning alarm. The ACC and FCM systems will not operate when these warnings are displayed.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to rewrite the ACC/FCM Electronic Control Unit software with modified software.
Parking brake cable may come loose
Reported May 31, 2012Model years 2011DVSA recall R/2012/06835 vehicles affected
The parking brake cable may not be properly located and could come loose, causing the brake to fail. The cable will be checked and secured if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
PARKING BRAKE MAY FAIL
Defect
It is possible that the parking brake cable may not be properly located in the rear brake shoes parking brake operating lever. It is therefore possible if the cable is not secure that the cable may become loose during driving which will result in the failure of the handbrake if not rectified.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles to check and if required secure the cable.
Rear wheel and hub may detach
Reported October 14, 2011DVSA recall R/2011/099174 vehicles affected
Rear wheel hubs may come loose, producing warning noise; if driving continues, a wheel and hub may detach. Hub bolts will be replaced, and hubs replaced where necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
REAR WHEEL AND HUB MAY DETACH
Defect
The rear wheel hubs may come loose which will produce noise to warn the driver. However should the driver continue to driver the vehicle it is possible that the wheel and hub will detach from the vehicle.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the hub bolts and where necessary also replace the wheel hubs.
Clutch pipe may detach from master cylinder
Reported August 18, 2010DVSA recall R/2010/08019,806 vehicles affected
The clutch master cylinder pipe clip may not hold the pipe securely. If the pipe detaches, clutch operation may be lost. The clip will be replaced with a stronger modified version.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
CLUTCH MAY FAIL
Defect
The fixing clip for the clutch master cylinder pipe has insufficient clamping force to retain the pipe on the cylinder. This can result in detachment of the pipe and subsequent loss of clutch operation.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace fixing clip with modified stronger version.
Engine wiring may short circuit
Reported August 18, 2010DVSA recall R/2010/0799,369 vehicles affected
The engine wiring harness may chafe against a security bracket and cause a short circuit in the starter motor circuit. The starter could operate while driving, overheat and possibly cause a fire. The wiring will be inspected and insulated if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR
Defect
It is possible for the engine wiring harness to chaff on a security bracket. If this is allowed to continue this could result in a short circuit in the starter motor circuit which can cause the starter to operate whilst the vehicle is being driven. This will cause the starter to overheat and possibly cause a fire.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicles to inspect and insulate the wiring if required.
Stop lamp switch may prevent brake lights from working
Reported July 15, 2009Model years 2007–2008DVSA recall R/2009/0394,307 vehicles affected
Silicon grease may contaminate the stop lamp switch contacts, causing oxidation and preventing the brake lights from working when the pedal is pressed. Replace the switch.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
STOP LIGHTS MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY
Defect
It has been identified that as the result of the manufacturing process silicon grease may have contaminated the stop lamp switch contacts. This can result in oxidation of the contacts and prevent the stop lamps operating when the footbrake is applied.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the stop lamp switch replaced.
Brake booster valve failure may reduce assistance
Reported July 15, 2009Model years 2008–2009DVSA recall R/2009/037818 vehicles affected
After the vehicle has been stationary, insufficient vacuum assistance may mean more pressure is needed on the brake pedal to stop. The check valve will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
LACK OF BRAKE SERVO ASSISTANCE
Defect
It has been identified that after the vehicle has been stationary for some length of time increased pressure may need to be applied to the footbrake pedal to bring the vehicle to a stop. This is due to insufficient vacuum assistance within the brake booster due to a failure of the check valve. It should be noted that on the second application of the footbrake the check valve will operate as designed and the brakes will operate as normal.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the brake booster check valve replaced.
Brake booster check valve may stick closed
Reported March 10, 2009Model years 2008–2009NHTSA campaign 09V07700039,711 vehicles affected
The brake booster check valve may stick closed after the engine is shut off, reducing initial braking assistance during slow manoeuvres after restart. This may increase stopping distance. Dealers will replace the check valve free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE
Defect
MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING 39,711 MY 2008-2009 OUTLANDER AND LACER VEHICLES. INCORRECT MATERIAL COMPOSITION OF THE BRAKE BOOSTER CHECK VALVE MAY CAUSE THE CHECK VALVE TO STICK CLOSED WHEN THE ENGINE IS SHUT OFF. WHEN THE VEHICLE IS RE-STARTED AND PUT INTO MOTION, UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS (VERY SLOW VEHICLE MANEUVERS), THERE MAY BE INSUFFICIENT INITIAL BRAKING ASSIST.
Consequence
THIS MAY TEMPORARILY INCREASE THE STOPPING DISTANCE OF THE VEHICLE AND THEREFORE INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE BOOSTER CHECK VALVE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.
Notes
MITSUBISHI RECALL NO. SR-09-002.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Brake lamps may not illuminate when braking
Reported December 19, 2008Model years 2007–2008NHTSA campaign 08V68000021,493 vehicles affected
The brake lamp switch may fail, preventing the stop lamps from illuminating when the brakes are applied. Following traffic may not be warned, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the switch.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect
MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING 21,493 MY 2007-2008 OUTLANDER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH LED TYPE STOP LAMPS AND DISTRIBUTED IN THE UNITED STATES AND PUERTO RICO. THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCH MAY MALFUNCTION AND CAUSE THE STOP LAMPS TO NOT ILLUMINATE DURING BRAKE APPLICATION.
Consequence
THE FAILURE OF THE BRAKE LAMPS TO ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED WILL NOT PROVIDE WARNING TO FOLLOWING TRAFFIC AND COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.
Notes
MITSUBISHI RECALL NO. SR-09-001.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Fuel return pipe may become damaged and leak
Reported September 29, 2008Model years 2008DVSA recall R/2008/108332 vehicles affected
The fuel return pipe may be damaged by rubbing against its fixing and wiring harness, causing a fuel leak. The pipe will be checked; protective covers will be fitted if it is undamaged, or the pipe will be replaced with one that has covers.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FUEL COULD LEAK FROM THE RESIN FUEL RETURN PIPE ON THE INLET MANIFOLD.
Defect
It has been identified that the engine fuel return pipe can become damaged as the result of abrasion with it's fixation and harness.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will be checked for evidence of pipe damage which if none is evident protective covers will be installed. Should it be found that the pipes are damaged they will be replaced by pipes which are fitted with protective covers.
Engine may stall after rapid downshifts
Reported September 29, 2008DVSA recall R/2008/058387 vehicles affected
During rapid downshifts at high speed and engine load, the engine control unit may cut fuel and close the throttle, causing the engine to stall. The engine control unit will be reprogrammed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ENGINE MAY STALL
Defect
When a driver sequentially performs a quick gear shift down (high rpm 6th to 5th to 4th gear etc)during high speed driving (high engine load) the engine ECU can judge the engine to run in overrun condition. As a result to avoid engine damage the ECU will turn off the engine by stopping the fuel supply and closing the throttle.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to re-programme the engine ECU.
Power seat wiring connector may overheat
Reported February 28, 2008Model years 2007–2008NHTSA campaign 08V0940005,400 vehicles affected
Salt water from melted snow may reach an unused power seat wiring connector under the carpet. Corrosion could allow current to flow, heat and melt the connector, and possibly cause a fire. Dealers will move the wiring above the carpet.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEATS
Defect
MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING 5,400 MY 2007-2008 OUTLANDER PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. FOR VEHICLES WITHOUT AN ELECTRIC POWER SEAT, THE FLOOR HARNESS CONNECTOR FOR THE POWER SEAT IS PLACED DIRECTLY ON THE FLOORBOARD UNDERNEATH THE CARPETING (VEHICLES WITH POWER SEATS ALREADY HAVE THE HARNESS ELEVATED). IF A VEHICLE OCCUPANT ENTERS THE VEHICLE WITH A SUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF SNOW ON THEIR FEET CONTAINING ROAD SALT, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE MELTED SNOW MIXTURE TO SOAK THE CARPET AND ALLOW THE SALT-WATER SOLUTION TO COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE UNUSED POWER SEAT HARNESS CONNECTOR.
Consequence
THE CONNECTOR TERMINAL MAY CORRODE AND ALLOW CURRENT TO FLOW, RESULTING IN THE GRADUAL HEATING AND MELTING OF THE CONNECTOR AND MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL RELOCATE THE FLOOR HARNESS FROM BENEATH BOTH THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER SEATS TO ABOVE THE CARPET AND AWAY FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE FLOORBOARD TO PREVENT CONTACT WITH ANY FUTURE MELT SOLUTION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 7, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.
Notes
CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Airbag warning labels may be too small
Reported September 1, 2004Model years 2003–2004NHTSA campaign 04V428000100,432 vehicles affected
The bilingual removable airbag warning labels on the dashboard and sun visor do not meet the required size. Owners will receive a written description and graphic of the dashboard label, and current owners will also receive replacement sun visor labels.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect
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.
Consequence
THIS DOES NOT MEET THE 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.
Notes
THE MANUFACTURER'S PETITION WHICH REQUESTED THAT NHTSA DETERMINE THIS FMVSS NONCOMPLIANCE DOES NOT CREATE AN UNREASONABLE RISK TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY WAS PARTIALLY DENIED ON JANUARY 26, 2005. THEREFORE, THIS MANUFACTURER IS OBLIGATED TO CONDUCT AN OWNER NOTIFICATION AND REMEDY CAMPAIGN.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236.
Trailer hitch wiring module may overheat
Reported April 26, 2004Model years 2003–2004NHTSA campaign 04V1970002,175 vehicles affected
The electronic control module for the trailer hitch wiring harness can overheat and cause a fire. Owners are asked to stop using the harness until dealers can install a newly designed replacement.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
TRAILER HITCHES
Defect
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN EQUIPPED WITH DEALER-INSTALLED TRAILER HITCH WIRING HARNESS AND CONTROL MODULE. THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE CAN OVERHEAT.
Consequence
OVERHEATING OF THE TRAILER HITCH WIRING HARNESS MODULE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
OWNERS ARE BEING REQUESTED TO STOP USING THE HARNESS UNTIL A NEWLY DESIGNED REPLACEMENT IS PROVIDED AND CAN BE INSTALLED BY THE DEALER. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 28, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-888-648-7820.
Notes
MITSUBISHI RECALL NO. SR-04-004.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Owner's manual lacks child seat tether instructions
Reported February 11, 2004Model years 2003NHTSA campaign 04V067000134,000 vehicles affected
The owner's manual lacks step-by-step headrest adjustment instructions for fitting a child seat tether strap. If the strap is attached incorrectly, the seat may not restrain the child sufficiently in a crash. Owners will receive a letter, a sticker with corrected instructions, and directions for placing it in the manual.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Defect
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY AND PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE OWNER'S MANUAL DOES NOT CONTAIN A STEP-BY-STEP DESCRIPTION FOR HEADREST ADJUSTMENT WHEN INSTALLING A CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM (CRS) TETHER STRAP.
Consequence
IF THE TETHER STRAP IS IMPROPERLY INSTALLED TO THE TETHER ANCHOR, THE CHILD SAFETY SEAT MAY NOT BE SUFFICIENT RESTRAINED. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CHILD COULD BE INJURED.
Remedy
A LETTER OUTLINING THE PROBLEM WILL BE SENT TO OWNERS ALONG WITH A STICKER CONTAINING THE CORRECT INSTRUCTIONS AS WELL AS INSTRUCTIONS ON WHERE TO AFFIX THE STICKER IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 29, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-888-648-7820.
Notes
MITSUBISHI RECALL NO. SR-04-002.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Intermittent wiper interval may increase
Reported November 3, 2003Model years 2004NHTSA campaign 03V429000394 vehicles affected
A software error may increase the time between intermittent wiper sweeps by as much as 6.8 seconds, reducing visibility in severe weather at high speed. Dealers will replace the ETACS module.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Defect
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES LOCATED IN THE CARIBBEAN, DUE TO A SOFTWARE PROGRAMMING ERROR IN THE ELECTRONIC TIMING AND CONTROL SYSTEM (ETACS), WHILE USING THE INTERMITTENT WIPER MODE, THE INTERMITTENT WIPER SWEEP TIME INTERVAL MAY INCREASE AS MUCH AS 6.8 SECOND BETWEEN WIPER SWEEPS.
Consequence
IF THIS OCCURS DURING SEVERE WEATHER AND DURING VEHICLE'S HIGH-SPEED OPERATION, THE DRIVER VISIBILITY WOULD BE REDUCED, WHICH COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ETACS MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 14, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN AT 1-800-981-0452.
Notes
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Water may corrode wiring connectors
Reported May 20, 2003Model years 2003NHTSA campaign 03V19400043,649 vehicles affected
Water entering the cabin may collect under a seat and corrode wiring connectors, which could affect the seat belt pretensioner, side air bag or brake lamps. Dealers will inspect for openings and corrosion, seal openings and replace the floor harness if it shows water damage or corrosion, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Defect
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, WATER COULD ENTER THE FRONT FLOORBOARD AREA FROM OPENINGS IN THE SIDE SILL OR UPPER DASH AREA. THIS WATER COULD COLLECT UNDER THE SEAT AND CAUSE ELECTRICAL CORROSION TO OCCUR IN THE HARNESS CONNECTORS THAT CONTAIN THE WIRING FOR THE SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER, SIDE AIR BAG IMPACT SENSOR, AND STOP LAMPS.
Consequence
ELECTRICAL CORROSION OF THE HARNESS COULD CAUSE THE SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER TO MALFUNCTION, THE SIDE AIR BAG NOT TO DEPLOY AND/OR THE BRAKE LAMPS NOT TO ILLUMINATE OR TO FALSELY ILLUMINATE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SIDE SILLS AND DASH PANEL FOR OPENINGS THAT MAY ALLOW WATER LEAKAGE INTO THE VEHICLE CABIN. IN ADDITION TO SEALING ANY OPENINGS THAT MAY BE FOUND, THE WIRING CONNECTORS WILL BE INSPECTED FOR SIGNS OF ELECTRICAL CORROSION. THE FLOOR HARNESS WILL BE REPLACED IF IT HAS ANY SIGNS OF WATER DAMAGE OR ELECTRICAL CORROSION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 23, 2003. 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 AMERICA AT 1-800-222-0037 OR MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN AT 1-787-251-8715.
Notes
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Ice may cause the accelerator pedal to stick
Reported January 30, 2003Model years 2003NHTSA campaign 03V02800031,000 vehicles affected
In extremely low temperatures, ice may build up inside the throttle valve and cause the accelerator pedal to stick or fail to return to idle. This could cause a crash. Dealers will reprogram the engine control computer. The remedy is free.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Defect
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, DURING EXTREMELY LOW TEMPERATURE CONDITIONS, ICE CAN BUILD UP INSIDE THE ENGINE THROTTLE VALVE. THIS ICE BUILD-UP COULD CAUSE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL TO STICK OR NOT TO RETURN TO IDLE AFTER ACCELERATING.
Consequence
FAILURE TO RETURN TO IDLE COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ENGINE CONTROL COMPUTER TO ELIMINATE THIS CONDITION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JANUARY 29, 2003. 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.
Notes
MITSUBISHI RECALL BULLETIN NO. SR-03-001. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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Rearview camera image may not display

Liftgate gas springs may rupture or lose pressure

Liftgate gas springs may corrode or rupture

Rearview camera image may freeze or disappear

Backup camera image may not appear

Rearview camera may not display an image

Seat belt retractor may deactivate too soon

Fuel pump may fail

Center pillar may be welded incorrectly

Passenger seat belt retractors may deactivate early

Front camera may mistake an object for a pedestrian

Parking brake shafts may corrode and bind

Second-row seat belt may be assembled incorrectly

Rear seat belt buckle may become inoperable

Right rear seat belt may be assembled incorrectly

Corroded front cross member may let control arm detach

Air flow sensor resistor may corrode

Sunroof glass may detach

Power steering belt tensioner may crack and fail

Collision avoidance system may brake too long

Brake hydraulic unit functions may be interrupted

Safety systems may not intervene as intended

Collision mitigation braking may last too long

Engine relay may overheat and cause stalling

Door latch may fail to lock in high temperatures

Certification label lists incorrect rear rim size

Parking brake may not hold the vehicle

Water ingress may cause windscreen wipers to fail

Door latch may malfunction in high temperatures

Engine control unit relay may overheat and fail

Sunroof glass may detach

Parking brake actuator shaft may bind

Drive belt tensioner flange may crack

Defective relay may stall the engine

Windshield wiper motor may fail

Engine may fail to start or charge the traction battery

Door latches may not secure in high temperatures

Front wiper linkage may corrode and separate

Transmission may delay acceleration

Front control arms may detach from corrosion

Fuel pipe connection may be fitted incorrectly

ETACS ECU fault may disable vehicle systems

Blower motor may fail

Headlight, tail light and wiper control unit voltage may be unstable

Brake pedal may fail to release

Drive belt may come off the pulleys

Brake lamps may fail to illuminate

Brake lights may fail to illuminate

Drive belt may detach

Transfer box fault may cause loss of drive

Power steering pressure tube may leak

Transfer case oil seal may dislodge

Alternator pulley may detach and reduce steering assistance

Adaptive cruise control may brake unexpectedly or stop working

Parking brake cable may come loose

Rear wheel and hub may detach

Clutch pipe may detach from master cylinder

Engine wiring may short circuit

Stop lamp switch may prevent brake lights from working

Brake booster valve failure may reduce assistance

Brake booster check valve may stick closed

Brake lamps may not illuminate when braking

Fuel return pipe may become damaged and leak

Engine may stall after rapid downshifts

Power seat wiring connector may overheat

Airbag warning labels may be too small

Trailer hitch wiring module may overheat

Owner's manual lacks child seat tether instructions

Intermittent wiper interval may increase

Water may corrode wiring connectors

Ice may cause the accelerator pedal to stick