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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 12V372000

2012 Mitsubishi I-Miev — Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive

Published August 1, 2012 · Recall initiated: August 1, 2012

Summary

NHTSA records recall 12V372000, published August 1, 2012. Recalling firm: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.; 2012 Mitsubishi I-Miev — Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive.

What's the hazard

Mitsubishi is recalling certain model year 2012 i-MiEV vehicles manufactured between November 4, 2011, and December 22, 2011. Incompatibility between the air bag sensors and the self-diagnostic software may deactivate the frontal and side airbag system. Should this occur, the SRS warning lamp would illuminate to alert the driver.

What to do

Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incompatible air bag sensors with new, compatible units, free of charge. The safety recall began on during August 2012. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

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Recall details

Brand
MITSUBISHI
Model
I-MIEV
Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Lot
2012 MITSUBISHI I-MIEV
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2012 Mitsubishi I-Miev — Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V372000 on August 1, 2012. Reported hazard: Mitsubishi is recalling certain model year 2012 i-MiEV vehicles manufactured between November 4, 2011, and December 22, 2011. Incompatibility between the air bag sensors and the self-diagnostic software may deactivate the frontal and side airbag system. Should this occur, the SRS warning lamp would illuminate to alert the driver.

What should I do if I have this product?

Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incompatible air bag sensors with new, compatible units, free of charge. The safety recall began on during August 2012. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MITSUBISHI. Model: I-MIEV.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)