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

makesAndModels

model 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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V792000
Report Received Date: 2016-10-31T00:00:00
Subject: Water intrusion may cause wiper motor failure
Component: Visibility
Potentially Affected Units: 93,801

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SR-16-010
Recall Type: Vehicle
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.
Consequence Summary: Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 56.25

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NHTSA ID: 16V792000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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