VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
Published October 31, 2016 · Recall initiated: October 31, 2016
What's the hazard
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles manufactured September 8, 2006, to March 29, 2013. In the affected vehicles, water may enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the wiper link separating and the wipers becoming inoperative.
What to do
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rubber boot on the ball joint to prevent water intrusion. Additionally, they will inspect the wiper motor crank arm for excessive play, replacing it as necessary. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-009.
Recall details
- Brand
- MITSUBISHI
- Model
- OUTLANDER
- Manufacturer
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2007 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER | 2008 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER | 2009 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER | 2010 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER | 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER | 2012 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER | 2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US