Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #13V116000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V116000 by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.. Affecting model year 2013 outlander sport vehicles manufactured june 11, 2012, through september 11, 2012 Includes 4,539 affected units, Stop Lamp Switch/FMVSS 108, 114, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2013 outlander sport vehicles manufactured june 11, 2012, through september 11, 2012

Defect Summary

Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 outlander sport vehicles manufactured june 11, 2012, through september 11, 2012. these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment," and fmvss number 114, "theft protection." the brake stop lamps may illuminate continuously or intermittently. the shift lever could also be moved out of park without depressing the brake pedal.

Corrective Action

Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will correct the installation of the stop lamp switch, free of charge. the recall began on april 18, 2013. owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820. mitsubishi's campaign recall number is sr-13-004.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V116000
Report Received Date: 2013-03-29T00:00:00
Subject: Stop lamp switch/fmvss 108, 114
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 4,539

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SR-13-004
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 outlander sport vehicles manufactured june 11, 2012, through september 11, 2012. these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment," and fmvss number 114, "theft protection." the brake stop lamps may illuminate continuously or intermittently. the shift lever could also be moved out of park without depressing the brake pedal.
Consequence Summary: If the brake lamps do not illuminate properly other vehicles may not know when the vehicle is stopping. this could increase the risk of a crash. if the shift lever is moved from park without using the brake, the vehicle may roll causing personal injury.
Corrective Action: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will correct the installation of the stop lamp switch, free of charge. the recall began on april 18, 2013. owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820. mitsubishi's campaign recall number is sr-13-004.

Safety Information

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

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NHTSA ID: 13V116000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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