Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #06V414000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06V414000 by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.. Includes 1,772 affected units, GEAR SHIFT KEY LOCK CABLE, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions, the key lock cable was improperly manufactured and may not allow the cable end to lock into the floor shifter mechanism. this can result in the interlock system to become inoperative and allow the ignition key to be removed without the gearshift mechanism being placed in the park position.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the ignition interlock cable and replace it if necessary. the recall began on november 20, 2006. owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 06V414000

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2006-10-31T00:00:00

Subject: Gear shift key lock cable

Component: Power Train

Potentially Affected Units: 1,772

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SR-06-005

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions, the key lock cable was improperly manufactured and may not allow the cable end to lock into the floor shifter mechanism. this can result in the interlock system to become inoperative and allow the ignition key to be removed without the gearshift mechanism being placed in the park position.

Consequence Summary: If the driver does not shift to park before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the ignition interlock cable and replace it if necessary. the recall began on november 20, 2006. owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-5v5v.mydp-9ng3

NHTSA ID: 06V414000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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