Mitsubishi Lithium-Ion Battery — Equipment
Published June 7, 2013 · Recall initiated: June 7, 2013
Summary
NHTSA records recall 13E031000, published June 7, 2013. Recalling firm: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.; Mitsubishi Lithium-Ion Battery — Equipment.
What's the hazard
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain replacement lithium-ion batteries installed on certain 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV vehicles. The batteries were manufactured December 18, 2012, through December 21, 2012. The batteries may have internal contamination possibly causing reduced voltage. Also, the batteries may also develop a short-circuit during charging.
What to do
Mitsubishi will notify the owners instructing them to take their vehicle to a dealer where the batteries will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on June 14, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0307. Mitsubishi's recall number is SR-13-006.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MITSUBISHI
- Model
- LITHIUM-ION BATTERY
- Manufacturer
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Lot
- MITSUBISHI LITHIUM-ION BATTERY
- Risk classification
- E
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Mitsubishi Lithium-Ion Battery — Equipment recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 13E031000 on June 7, 2013. Reported hazard: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain replacement lithium-ion batteries installed on certain 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV vehicles. The batteries were manufactured December 18, 2012, through December 21, 2012. The batteries may have internal contamination possibly causing reduced voltage. Also, the batteries may also develop a short-circuit during charging.
What should I do if I have this product?
Mitsubishi will notify the owners instructing them to take their vehicle to a dealer where the batteries will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on June 14, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0307. Mitsubishi's recall number is SR-13-006.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MITSUBISHI. Model: LITHIUM-ION BATTERY.