2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
Published May 23, 2016 · Recall initiated: May 23, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V334000, published May 23, 2016. Recalling firm: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.; 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module.
What's the hazard
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Lancer and Lancer Evolution vehicles manufactured June 29, 2005, to June 19, 2007, equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
What to do
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-002.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MITSUBISHI
- Model
- LANCER
- Manufacturer
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2006 MITSUBISHI LANCER | 2007 MITSUBISHI LANCER | 2006 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION | 2007 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V334000 on May 23, 2016. Reported hazard: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Lancer and Lancer Evolution vehicles manufactured June 29, 2005, to June 19, 2007, equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
What should I do if I have this product?
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-002.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MITSUBISHI. Model: LANCER.