Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #16V791000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V791000 by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.. Affecting model year 2007-2013 outlander vehicles manufactured september 8, 2006, to march 29, 2013 Includes 100,082 affected units, Water Intrusion may cause Wiper Link Corrosion, component: VISIBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2007-2013 outlander vehicles manufactured september 8, 2006, to march 29, 2013
Defect Summary
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 outlander vehicles manufactured september 8, 2006, to march 29, 2013. in the affected vehicles, water may enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the wiper link separating and the wipers becoming inoperative.
Corrective Action
Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rubber boot on the ball joint to prevent water intrusion. additionally, they will inspect the wiper motor crank arm for excessive play, replacing it as necessary. these repairs will be done free of charge. the recall began on july 28, 2017. owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. mmna's number for this recall is sr-16-009.