2014 Mitsubishi I-Miev | 2012 Mitsubishi I-Miev — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
Published January 12, 2017 · Recall initiated: January 10, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V022000, published January 12, 2017 and initiated January 10, 2017. Recalling firm: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.; 2014 Mitsubishi I-Miev | 2012 Mitsubishi I-Miev — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module.
What's the hazard
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2012 and 2014 i-MiEV vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, 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 front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-001.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MITSUBISHI
- Model
- I-MIEV
- Manufacturer
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2014 MITSUBISHI I-MIEV | 2012 MITSUBISHI I-MIEV
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2014 Mitsubishi I-Miev | 2012 Mitsubishi I-Miev — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V022000 on January 12, 2017. Reported hazard: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2012 and 2014 i-MiEV vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, 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 front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-001.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MITSUBISHI. Model: I-MIEV.