Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #20V035000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V035000 by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.. Affecting 1998-2000 montero vehicles Includes 18,123 affected units, Air Bag Inflators May Rupture or Underinflate Bag, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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1998-2000 montero vehicles

Defect Summary

Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain 1998-2000 montero vehicles. these vehicles were equipped with non-azide driver air bag inflators (nadi) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (psan) propellant. due to a manufacturing issue, the nadi inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.

Corrective Action

Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag inflator, free of charge. the recall began february 25, 2021. Owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. mmna's number for this recall is sr-20-001.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V035000
Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2020-01-23T00:00:00
Subject: Air bag inflators may rupture or underinflate bag
Component: Air Bags
Potentially Affected Units: 18,123

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SR-20-001
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain 1998-2000 montero vehicles. these vehicles were equipped with non-azide driver air bag inflators (nadi) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (psan) propellant. due to a manufacturing issue, the nadi inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.
Consequence Summary: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. an underinflated air bag may not properly protect the occupant. these scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
Corrective Action: Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag inflator, free of charge. the recall began february 25, 2021. Owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. mmna's number for this recall is sr-20-001.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 4.25

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NHTSA ID: 20V035000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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