Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #18V069000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V069000 by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.. Affecting 2009-2012 lancer, 2008-2012 outlander, 2010-2012 lancer sportback, and 2011-2012 outlander sport vehicles equipped with either a 4b11 or 4b12 engine Includes 141,053 affected units, Belt Tensioner may Break Allowing Belt to Detach, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2009-2012 lancer, 2008-2012 outlander, 2010-2012 lancer sportback, and 2011-2012 outlander sport vehicles equipped with either a 4b11 or 4b12 engine

Defect Summary

Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain 2009-2012 lancer, 2008-2012 outlander, 2010-2012 lancer sportback, and 2011-2012 outlander sport vehicles equipped with either a 4b11 or 4b12 engine. the drive belt automatic tensioner flange may crack, allowing the accessory drive belt to detach.

Corrective Action

Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the belt tensioner with one that has an improved shape, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin march 27, 2018. owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. mmna's number for this recall is sr-18-001.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V069000
Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2018-01-26T00:00:00
Subject: Belt tensioner may break allowing belt to detach
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Potentially Affected Units: 141,053

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SR-18-001
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain 2009-2012 lancer, 2008-2012 outlander, 2010-2012 lancer sportback, and 2011-2012 outlander sport vehicles equipped with either a 4b11 or 4b12 engine. the drive belt automatic tensioner flange may crack, allowing the accessory drive belt to detach.
Consequence Summary: If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the belt tensioner with one that has an improved shape, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin march 27, 2018. owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. mmna's number for this recall is sr-18-001.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 38.4

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SID: row-xuua_d5sh~7mqa
NHTSA ID: 18V069000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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