Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #18V103000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V103000 by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.. Affecting 2011-2016 outlander sport vehicles Includes 158,651 affected units, Wiper Link Can Corrode Due to Moisture Exposure, component: VISIBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2011-2016 outlander sport vehicles

Defect Summary

Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain 2011-2016 outlander sport 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 rod of the wiper link and the wiper motor crank arm, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin april 10, 2018. owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. mmna's number for this recall is sr-18-004.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V103000
Report Received Date: 2018-02-09T00:00:00
Subject: Wiper link can corrode due to moisture exposure
Component: Visibility
Potentially Affected Units: 158,651

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SR-18-004
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain 2011-2016 outlander sport 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.
Consequence Summary: Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rod of the wiper link and the wiper motor crank arm, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin april 10, 2018. owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. mmna's number for this recall is sr-18-004.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 56.88

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NHTSA ID: 18V103000
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