Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #12E012000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12E012000 by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.. Includes 16,095 affected units, SERVICE PART/HEADLAMPS, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Mitsubishi motors north america, inc.?s (mmna) is recalling headlamps used as service parts for model year 2012 mitsubishi lancer and lancer sportback vehicles. the headlamps were installed without the horizontal adjustment mechanism permanently sealed. accordingly, the headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Corrective Action

Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on march 27, 2012. owners may contact mitsubishi customer relations department at 1-888-648-7820.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12E012000

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2012-03-30T00:00:00

Subject: Service part/headlamps

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 16,095

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Mitsubishi motors north america, inc.?s (mmna) is recalling headlamps used as service parts for model year 2012 mitsubishi lancer and lancer sportback vehicles. the headlamps were installed without the horizontal adjustment mechanism permanently sealed. accordingly, the headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Consequence Summary: Without the horizontal adjustment mechanism disabled, the headlight can be adjusted to either reduce the driver's visibility or blind oncoming vehicles. both conditions can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on march 27, 2012. owners may contact mitsubishi customer relations department at 1-888-648-7820.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 12E012000

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Created At: 1742808662

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