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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V569000

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module

Published September 15, 2017 · Recall initiated: September 14, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17V569000, published September 15, 2017 and initiated September 14, 2017. Recalling firm: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.; 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module.

What's the hazard

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain 2004-2006 Lancer and Lancer Evolution vehicles and 2004 Lancer Sportback vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with a passenger side frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.

What to do

Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with a different inflator, free of charge. The recall began on October 12, 2017. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-17-001. Note: This recall supersedes recall 15V-321.

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Recall details

Brand
MITSUBISHI
Model
LANCER
Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Lot
2004 MITSUBISHI LANCER | 2005 MITSUBISHI LANCER | 2006 MITSUBISHI LANCER
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer — Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V569000 on September 15, 2017. Reported hazard: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain 2004-2006 Lancer and Lancer Evolution vehicles and 2004 Lancer Sportback vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with a passenger side frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.

What should I do if I have this product?

Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with a different inflator, free of charge. The recall began on October 12, 2017. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-17-001. Note: This recall supersedes recall 15V-321.

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

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MITSUBISHI. Model: LANCER.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)