Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #08V276000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V276000 by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.. Includes 73,000 affected units, IGNITION /PARKING INTERLOCK SYSTEM, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Mitsubishi is recalling 73,000 my 2004-2006 gallant passenger vehicles. during vehicle use, the ignition key interlock cable (which is a component of the interlock system) may allow the interlocking cam to fall forward and allow the ignition key to be removed from the ignition switch when the gearshift mechanism is not in the park position.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and correct these vehicles for the reported condition. the recall began on september 2, 2008. owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V276000
Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2008-06-20T00:00:00
Subject: Ignition /parking interlock system
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 73,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SR-08-004
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mitsubishi is recalling 73,000 my 2004-2006 gallant passenger vehicles. during vehicle use, the ignition key interlock cable (which is a component of the interlock system) may allow the interlocking cam to fall forward and allow the ignition key to be removed from the ignition switch when the gearshift mechanism is not 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 and correct these vehicles for the reported condition. the recall began on september 2, 2008. owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-p5hc_n4g2.d66r
NHTSA ID: 08V276000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
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