Mitsubishi Pajero recalls

29 official safety recalls for the Mitsubishi Pajero 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

Driver airbag may provide less protection
Reported July 25, 2021Model years 1998–2000DVSA recall R/2021/240EU Safety Gate A12/00893/2198,495 vehicles affected
The driver’s airbag inflator may deploy differently than designed, providing less protection. The driver’s frontal airbag will be replaced with one using an alternate inflator.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE AIR BAG INFLATOR MIGHT HAVE A DIFFERENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT PERFORMANCE THAN DESIGNED PROVIDING LESS PROTECTION
Defect
The airbag inflator might have a different airbag deployment performance than designed providing less protection.
Remedy
The driver side frontal airbag will be replaced with an alternate inflator.
Right front lower arm may break
Reported November 20, 2020Model years 2016–2018DVSA recall R/2020/147EU Safety Gate A12/01591/201,424 vehicles affected
The right front lower arm may break because of improper welding. It will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE RIGHT FRONT LOWER ARM ASSEMBLY COULD BE BROKEN DUE TO IMPROPER WELDING
Defect
The right front lower arm assembly could be broken due to improper welding by the supplier.
Remedy
The right front lower arm will be replaced
Driver air bag inflator may rupture or underinflate
Reported January 23, 2020Model years 1998–2000NHTSA campaign 20V03500018,123 vehicles affected
Moisture may cause the driver air bag inflator to rupture or the air bag to underinflate, potentially sending metal fragments toward occupants or reducing protection in a crash. Dealers will replace the inflator free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 1998-2000 Montero vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 25, 2021. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-001.
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.
Airbag inflator may rupture during deployment
Reported October 30, 2017Model years 2006–2012DVSA recall R/2017/275EU Safety Gate A12/1342/1768,240 vehicles affected
The driver or passenger airbag inflator propellant may deteriorate over time in hot, humid conditions. The inflator could rupture when the airbag deploys and cause injury. The remedy is to replace both front airbag inflators.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
PROPELLANT IN THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG INFLATORS MAY HAVE DETERIORATED
Defect
The propellant (ammonium nitrate) in the inflator of the drivers and passengers front airbag inflator may deteriorate due to high temperature and humid conditions over a longer period in use. As a result the inflator body may rupture during airbag deployment in the event of an accident where the airbags are required to be deployed. The inflator body may rupture during airbag deployment with the potential to cause injury.
Remedy
Replacement of the driver and passenger front airbag inflators.
Timing chain tensioner may fail
Reported February 11, 2015Model years 2006–2014DVSA recall R/2015/004EU Safety Gate A12/0089/1522,796 vehicles affected
Wear may cause the tensioner check ball to stick, leaving the timing chain untensioned. The chain may rattle and, in the worst case, break. The tensioner will be replaced; the chain may also be replaced depending on inspection.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ENGINE MAY STALL
Defect
Due to a high carbon build up the check ball seat of the timing chain tensioner can show premature wear. It is possible that the check ball may stick to the seat preventing the tensioner from functioning properly. This in turn will result in an un-tensioned timing chain which causes a rattling noise and in the worst cases the chain will break.
Remedy
Replace tensioner on all affected vehicles. Depending on outcome of further inspections the timing chain may also need to be replaced.
Engine may stall and fail to restart
Reported February 11, 2015Model years 2010–2013DVSA recall R/2015/0035,692 vehicles affected
An engine software fault may prevent adjustment for injector variation or ageing, causing excess soot to block the diesel particulate filter. The engine may stall and fail to restart. The engine control unit software will be reprogrammed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ENGINE MAY STALL
Defect
Due to a fault in the engine ECU software it is possible that the 4M41 engines in the Shogun will not learn the variations or age deterioration in injectors and be able to adjust the amount of fuel being injection accordingly. This inability to learn these values correctly can result in the engine emits an excessive amount of soot to the DPF which can block it. This can result in the engine stalling and not being able to restart.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles and reprogramme engine ECU software.
Brake assist accumulator may lose pressure
Reported February 4, 2009Model years 2001–2002DVSA recall R/2008/19110,034 vehicles affected
Damage to the accumulator film may cause a diaphragm crack and loss of nitrogen gas. Brake assist may be delayed during rapid braking, or more pedal effort may be needed when starting after the engine has been stopped for a long time. The accumulator will be checked and replaced with a modified one if affected.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BRAKE PEDAL ASSIST FUNCTION MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY
Defect
Due to an incorrect manufacturing process the resin film within the brake assist accumulator may become damaged. If use continues in this condition a crack in the diaphragm may occur resulting in the depletion of the nitrogen gas resulting in (1) delay of the brake assist function under rapid braking. (2) An increase in the required brake pedal effort when the engine is started following a long period with the engine stopped.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the accumulator checked to identify whether or not it is one within the affected batch. Should this be the case the accumulator will be replaced with one of a modified type.
Drive shaft securing nuts may loosen
Reported January 7, 2008Model years 2007DVSA recall R/2008/00426 vehicles affected
Incorrect nuts on the propeller shafts and right front drive shaft may cause vibration and, if left unattended, a shaft could detach and drive could be lost. The nuts and washers will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
DRIVE SHAFT SECURING NUTS MAY LOOSEN
Defect
The front and rear propeller shafts and the right hand front drive shaft have been fitted with nuts of an incorrect specification. The concern could lead to vibration which if not attended to could lead to the detachment of a shaft and loss of drive.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the nuts and washers fitted to the front and rear propeller shafts and the right hand front drive shaft.
Gearshift lever bolt may fracture
Reported August 17, 2007DVSA recall R/2007/103726 vehicles affected
A welded bolt on the gearshift lever may fracture, loosening the adjustment and moving the shift cable. The selected gear may not match the selector, or the cable may disconnect and drive may be lost. The transmission shift lever will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
DRIVE MAY BE LOST
Defect
It has been identified that the possibility exists that a bolt welded to the gearshift lever may fracture. Should this occur the adjustment may loosen and the shift cable may move. This can result in a mismatch between the gear shift selector and the actual gear selected. In the worst case the bolt may break which can cause the control cable to become disconnected and drive to be lost.
Remedy
Affected vehicles will have the transmission shift lever replaced with a quality assured item.
Pitman arm ball joint may break
Reported June 11, 2007Model years 1997–2001DVSA recall R/2007/0742,894 vehicles affected
Regular use in severe off-road conditions may cause the pitman arm ball joint to break, resulting in loss of steering control. A modified pitman arm will be fitted if this has not already been done.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
STEERING CONTROL MAY BE LOST
Defect
When used regularly in severe off road conditions the ball joint of the pitman arm may break resulting in loss of steering control.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a modified pitman arm if this has not already been accomplished following a previous intervention.
Airbag warning labels may be too small
Reported September 1, 2004Model years 1998–2004NHTSA 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.
Fuel tank valve may leak when parked on a slope
Reported July 6, 2004Model years 2002–2004NHTSA campaign 04V31900044,214 vehicles affected
With a full tank, fuel expansion while parked facing uphill may prevent the leveling valve from sealing, allowing fuel to leak onto the ground and possibly cause a fire if it meets an ignition source. Dealers will replace the valve.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Defect
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, WHEN THE FUEL TANK IS FULL AND THE VEHICLE IS PARKED FACING FORWARD ON AN UPWARD SLOPE, THE FUEL TANK LEVELING VALVE MAY NOT MAINTAIN PROPER SEALING IN THE EVENT THE FUEL EXPANDS FROM A RISE IN THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE.
Consequence
IF THE FUEL LEVELING VALVE DOES NOT SEAL PROPERLY, FUEL MAY LEAK ONTO THE GROUND. FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEVELING VALVE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037 OR MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN AT 1-787-251-8715.
Notes
MITSUBISHI RECALL NO. SR-04-008.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Tire and loading label may show incorrect capacity weights
Reported February 20, 2004Model years 2004NHTSA campaign 04V095000491 vehicles affected
Incorrect capacity weights on the tire and loading label could lead to loading the vehicle beyond its gross vehicle weight rating. Owners will receive replacement labels and installation instructions.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHTS AS STATED ON THE TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL ARE IN ERROR.
Consequence
THIS INFORMATION COULD POTENTIALLY RESULT IN CONSUMERS LOADING THEIR VEHICLES BEYOND THE GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR).
Remedy
OWNERS WILL BE SENT REPLACEMENT LABELS WITH INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO INSTALL THEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 14, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.
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).
Owner's manual lacks child seat tether instructions
Reported February 11, 2004Model years 2001NHTSA 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).
Cold start lever may crack and break
Reported December 12, 2003Model years 1994–1997DVSA recall R/2003/163697 vehicles affected
The cold start lever on the injection pump may crack and break, causing engine rpm to increase during some vehicle use.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Engine rpm may increase unexpectedly
Defect
There is a possibility that due to improper operation when assembling the engine at production a crack occurred on the advance control lever of the cold start device on the injection pump.
Remedy
During specific vehicle usage there is a possibility that the engine rpm could increase if the cold start lever broke.
Steering Pitman arm may break
Reported April 26, 2002Model years 1990–1999DVSA recall R/2001/15850,846 vehicles affected
In severe conditions, especially wet and muddy off-road use, the steering Pitman arm ball pin may break and cause loss of steering control. The Pitman arm will be replaced with a quality assured component.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSIBLE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
Defect
Under severe and extreme conditions where the vehicle is used mainly off-road in a wet muddy environment it is possible that the tapered section of the ball pin on the steering Pitman arm may break. This in the worst case could result in a loss of steering control.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicles and replace the Pitman arm with a quality assured component.
Brake booster accumulator pressure may drop
Reported January 29, 2002Model years 2000–2001DVSA recall R/2001/1294,319 vehicles affected
An improperly made accumulator diaphragm may let nitrogen pressure drop. Brake assistance may be delayed during sudden hard braking, or greater pedal effort may be needed after long-term parking and a first engine start. The accumulator will be replaced with a modified one.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSIBLE LOSS OF POWER ASSISTANCE TO BRAKES
Defect
There is a possibility that the accumulator diaphragm in the Hydraulic Brake Booster (HBB) might be manufactured improperly. This may cause the nitrogen pressure in the accumulator to drop. The following two symptoms may result :- 1) The brake assist might be delayed in sudden hard braking. 2) Relatively large brake pedal loads might be required after long-term parking and first engine start since specific brake pressure takes time to accumulate.
Remedy
The Hydraulic Brake Booster nitrogen accumulator will be replaced with a modified one on all affected vehicles.
Brake booster accumulator may lose pressure
Reported August 3, 2001Model years 2001–2002NHTSA campaign 01V25400139,020 vehicles affected
The accumulator may leak pressurised nitrogen gas, causing abnormal noise and possibly delaying brake boost the first time the brakes are applied after parking. This could lead to a crash. Dealers will install an improved accumulator free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE ACCUMULATOR THAT IS INSTALLED ON THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE BOOSTER MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED. OVER A PERIOD OF TIME, THIS COULD RESULT IN LEAKAGE OF THE PRESSURIZED NITROGEN GAS FROM INSIDE THE ACCUMULATOR.
Consequence
THE LOSS OF THIS GAS PRESSURE COULD RESULT IN AN ABNORMAL NOISE FROM THE LEFT SIDE OF THE DASH PANEL WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED, AND POSSIBLY A DELAYED FIRST TIME BRAKE BOOST ASSIST AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN PARKED FOR A PERIOD OF TIME, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN IMPROVED ACCUMULATOR. OWNER NOTIFICATION MAILING BEGAN OCTOBER 1, 2001. 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
ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Crankshaft pulley bolt may loosen
Reported October 2, 2000Model years 1992–1996NHTSA campaign 00V311001210,000 vehicles affected
The crankshaft pulley bolt may loosen and the pulley could fall off, causing loss of power steering assist and increasing crash risk. Dealers will install an improved bolt or tighten the bolt to specification, and replace it if damaged.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES: MIRAGE MODEL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 1.5L ENGINES; MONTERO SPORT MODELS EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L ENGINES; AND MONTERO MODELS EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L ENGINES. THE BOLT SECURING THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY CAN BECOME LOOSE AND THE PULLEY COULD FALL OFF THE VEHICLE.
Consequence
THE CONDITION CAN RESULT IN A LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
ON THE MIRAGE VEHICLES, THE DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW, IMPROVED CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT ON THE OLDER ENGINES. ON NEW ENGINES WHICH ALREADY HAVE THE IMPROVED BOLT, THE DEALER WILL TIGHTEN THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT TO THE CORRECT TORQUE SPECIFICATION. ON THE MONTERO MODELS, DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT TO THE CORRECT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. IF THE BOLT IS DAMAGED, IT WILL BE REPLACED.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BE PERFORMED IN FIVE SEPARATE OWNER MAILINGS, WITH THE FIRST MAILING BEGINNING OCTOBER 31, 2000.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. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Front brake hoses may leak
Reported September 27, 2000Model years 1994DVSA recall R/2000/079286 vehicles affected
Brake fluid may seep from the front flexible brake hoses, reducing the efficiency of one or both braking circuits. The remedy is to replace both front hoses.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FRONT FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE
Defect
Brake fluid may seep from the front flexible brake hoses impairing the efficiency of one or both braking circuits.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicles for replacement of both front flexible brake hoses.
Front brake hoses may crack and leak fluid
Reported August 15, 2000Model years 1994NHTSA campaign 00V226001344 vehicles affected
A crack in a front lower brake hose can cause brake fluid loss, impair braking and possibly lead to a crash. Dealers will replace both front lower brake hoses.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FRONT LOWER BRAKE HOSES CAN DEVELOP A CRACK, CAUSING A LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID.
Consequence
THIS COULD RESULT IN IMPAIRED BRAKING ABILITY AND A POSSIBLE CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT LOWER BRAKE HOSES.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 20, 2000. 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. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Passenger-side mirror may limit visibility
Reported May 1, 2000Model years 2001NHTSA campaign 00V1230024,275 vehicles affected
The passenger-side exterior mirror may not meet requirements, limiting the driver’s field of vision on that side. Dealers will replace the mirror.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRRORS ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WHICH DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 111, "REARVIEW MIRRORS."
Consequence
THIS LIMITS THE DRIVER'S FIELD OF VISION ON THAT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REARVIEW MIRROR.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 30, 2000.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 1-888-648-7820.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Front brake lines may wear and leak
Reported September 9, 1998Model years 1997–1998NHTSA campaign 98V22000061,800 vehicles affected
The front brake lines can chafe against the inner fender and develop pinholes. Leaking fluid can reduce braking performance and turn on the brake warning lamp. Dealers will inspect and reposition the lines, and replace any worn line.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE FRONT BRAKE LINES CAN DEVELOP PIN HOLES DUE TO CHAFFING AGAINST THE EDGE OF THE PASS-THROUGH HOLE IN THE INNER FENDER.
Consequence
BRAKE FLUID CAN LEAK RESULTING IN DETERIORATED BRAKING PERFORMANCE AND ILLUMINATION OF THE BRAKE INDICATOR LAMP.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT BRAKE LINES FOR SIGNS OF WEAR AND ROUTING. IF THE LINES ARE NOT CORRECTLY CENTERED IN THE PASS-THROUGH HOLE, THE LINES WILL BE REPOSITIONED BY BENDING SLIGHTLY TO CORRECT. IF THERE IS EVIDENCE OF BRAKE LINE WEAR, THE BRAKE LINE WILL BE REPLACED.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 23, 1998.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.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Cargo mat may prevent third seat from latching
Reported September 2, 1998Model years 1994–1998NHTSA campaign 98V20500060,243 vehicles affected
The cargo mat can interfere with the folding third seat latches. In a crash, an occupant may not be properly restrained and could be ejected. Dealers will inspect the latch and striker, then remove material around each striker to provide clearance.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ACCESSORY CARGO MATS IN THE THIRD-SEAT AND CARGO AREA. THIS CARGO MAT INTERFERES WITH THE LATCHING INTEGRITY OF THE FOLDING THIRD SEATS.
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, AN OCCUPANT OF THE THIRD SEAT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED AND COULD BE EJECTED FROM THE VEHICLE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE THIRD-SEAT LATCH AND STRIKER. A RECTANGLE WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE CARGO MAT AROUND EACH STRIKER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE STRIKER CLEARANCE AND PROPER LATCHING.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 16, 1998.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 SHOULDCONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Front brake hoses may crack and leak
Reported August 12, 1996Model years 1992–1994NHTSA campaign 96V14300210,000 vehicles affected
A front wheel-side brake hose can crack at full-lock steering and full suspension travel, leaking fluid, illuminating the brake warning lamp and reducing braking effectiveness. This could increase crash risk. Dealers will replace both front wheel-side hoses with revised assemblies.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
UNDER CONDITIONS OF FULL LOCK STEERING AND FULL SUSPENSION TRAVEL, THE LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSE CAN CRACK, RESULTING IN BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE.
Consequence
BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE WILL CAUSE ILLUMINATION OF THE BRAKE WARNING LAMP AND REDUCTION IN BRAKING EFFECTIVENESS INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSES WITH REVISED HOSE ASSEMBLIES.
Notes
SYSTEM: BRAKES; HYDRAULIC; LINES; HOSE; NON-METALLIC. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SEDAN AND WAGONS EQUIPPED WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) AND MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH OR WITHOUT ABS BRAKES. OWNER NOTIFICATION: OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN IN AUGUST 1996. NOTE: 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 MITSUBISHICARIBBEAN AT 1-787-251-8715.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Front brake hoses may crack and leak
Reported July 25, 1996Model years 1992–1994NHTSA campaign 96V14300193,000 vehicles affected
A front wheel-side brake hose can crack at full-lock steering and full suspension travel, leaking fluid, illuminating the brake warning lamp and reducing braking efficiency. This could increase crash risk. Dealers will replace both front wheel-side hoses with revised assemblies.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
UNDER CONDITIONS OF FULL LOCK STEERING AND FULL SUSPENSION TRAVEL, THE LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSE CAN CRACK, RESULTING IN BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE.
Consequence
BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE WILL CAUSE ILLUMINATION OF THE BRAKE WARNING LAMP AND REDUCTION IN BRAKING EFFICIENCY INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSES WITH REVISED HOSE ASSEMBLIES.
Notes
SYSTEM: BRAKES; HYDRAULIC; LINES; HOSE; NON-METALLIC. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SEDAN AND WAGONS EQUIPPED WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) AND MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH OR WITHOUT ABS BRAKES. OWNER NOTIFICATION: OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN IN AUGUST 1996. NOTE: 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. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Front seat belt buckle buttons may break
Reported May 24, 1995Model years 1986–1991NHTSA campaign 95V103004658,000 vehicles affected
A front seat belt buckle's red release button may break, and pieces may make the buckle operate improperly, reducing crash protection. Owners should check both buckles and contact a dealer promptly if a button is cracked or broken or a buckle fails; repair or replacement is free of charge. A remedy for intact buttons is being developed.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
Consequence
THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUGGING ON THE BELT TO MAKE SURE THE LATCH IS SECURELY LOCKED, AND THEN PRESSING THE RELEASE BUTTON. THE LATCH PLATE SHOULD POP OUT OF THE BUCKLE WHEN THE BUTTON IS PRESSED. IF EITHER RELEASE BUTTON SHOWS A SIGN OF BREAKING OR CRACKING OR IF EITHER BUCKLE FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY, OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CONTACT THEIR AUTHORIZED DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE BUCKLE REPLACED OR REPAIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER IS DEVELOPING A REMEDY DESIGNED TO PREVENT FAILURE OF THE BUTTONS THAT ARE NOT CURRENTLY BROKEN.
Notes
SYSTEM: INTERIOR; SEAT BELTS; BELT BUCKLES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS AND VANS EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY BELTS MADE BY TAKATA CORPORATION.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, PLEASE CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Throttle valve may stick from icing
Reported March 3, 1989Model years 1989NHTSA campaign 89V0300007,500 vehicles affected
Under certain conditions, ice may cause the throttle valve to stick and keep engine RPM from returning to idle, which could cause an accident. The remedy is to install a heated adapter plate.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Defect
THE ENGINES ARE SUBJECT TO THROTTLE VALVE ICING UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS.
Consequence
THIS MAY CAUSE THE THROTTLE VALVE TO STICK AND NOT ALLOWTHE ENGINE RPM TO RETURN TO IDLE WHICH COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
INSTALL A HEATED ADAPTER PLATE.
Notes
SYSTEM: ENGINE/THROTTLE VALVE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS WITH V-6 ENGINES.
Oil pressure gauge sender may leak oil
Reported August 27, 1984Model years 1984NHTSA campaign 84V0980002,489 vehicles affected
The oil pressure gauge sender may leak, leaving engine parts without enough lubrication and causing damage. A modified sender will be installed if needed after inspection.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect
OIL PRESSURE GAUGE SENDING UNIT, LOCATED ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE OF THE ENGINE, MAY LEAK OIL. ENGINE PARTS COULD BE DAMAGED DUE TO RESULTING LACK OF LUBRICATION.
Remedy
UPON INSPECTION, A MODIFIED OIL PRESSURE GAUGE SENDING UNIT WILL BE INSTALLED IF NECESSARY.
Notes
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ANALOG OIL GAUGES.SYSTEM: ENGINE; OIL PRESSURE GAUGE SENDING UNIT.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THE ENGINE HAS BEEN RUNNING FOR AWHILE AND IS VERYHOT, LEAKING OIL COULD CAUSE AN ENGINE FIRE, RESULTING IN POSSIBLE INJURY TOVEHICLE PASSENGERS.

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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Driver airbag may provide less protection

Right front lower arm may break

Driver air bag inflator may rupture or underinflate

Airbag inflator may rupture during deployment

Timing chain tensioner may fail

Engine may stall and fail to restart

Brake assist accumulator may lose pressure

Drive shaft securing nuts may loosen

Gearshift lever bolt may fracture

Pitman arm ball joint may break

Airbag warning labels may be too small

Fuel tank valve may leak when parked on a slope

Tire and loading label may show incorrect capacity weights

Owner's manual lacks child seat tether instructions

Cold start lever may crack and break

Steering Pitman arm may break

Brake booster accumulator pressure may drop

Brake booster accumulator may lose pressure

Crankshaft pulley bolt may loosen

Front brake hoses may leak

Front brake hoses may crack and leak fluid

Passenger-side mirror may limit visibility

Front brake lines may wear and leak

Cargo mat may prevent third seat from latching

Front brake hoses may crack and leak

Front brake hoses may crack and leak

Front seat belt buckle buttons may break

Throttle valve may stick from icing

Oil pressure gauge sender may leak oil