2015–2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, Outlander, Lancer recall: Power train: automatic transmission, control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 16V563000
- Reported
- July 28, 2016
- Manufacturer
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Part
- Power train: automatic transmission, control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
- Vehicles affected
- About 82,436
What is wrong
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles and 2016 Outlander and Lancer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) that, in certain driving conditions, may cause a delay in the vehicle accelerating.
Safety risk
A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
MMNA has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the CVT control unit with modified software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-006.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Mitsubishi Lancer (2016); Mitsubishi Outlander (2016); Mitsubishi Outlander Sport (2015, 2016). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
MMNA has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the CVT control unit with modified software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-006.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.