Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #16V792000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V792000 by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.. Affecting model year 2011-2015 outlander sport vehicles manufactured august 26, 2010, to january 5, 2015 Includes 93,801 affected units, Water Intrusion may cause Wiper Motor Failure, component: VISIBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2011-2015 outlander sport vehicles manufactured august 26, 2010, to january 5, 2015
Defect Summary
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 outlander sport vehicles manufactured august 26, 2010, to january 5, 2015. in the affected vehicles, water may drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole. the water may cause internal corrosion of the windshield wiper motor and the possible failure of the motor.
Corrective Action
Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. the manufacturer has begun the recall, but parts are not yet available; a second notice will be sent when parts are available. owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. mmna's number for this recall is sr-16-010.