2015–2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, Outlander, Lancer and more recall: Electrical system: starter assembly, relay
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 17V609000
- Reported
- September 29, 2017
- Manufacturer
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Part
- Electrical system: starter assembly, relay
- Vehicles affected
- About 132,552
What is wrong
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.
Safety risk
If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
The fix
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.
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 (2015, 2016); Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution (2015); Mitsubishi Outlander (2015, 2016, 2017); Mitsubishi Outlander Sport (2015, 2016). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.
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.