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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 20V035000

1998 Mitsubishi Montero | 1999 Mitsubishi Montero | 2000 Mitsubishi Montero — Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module

Published January 23, 2020 · Recall initiated: January 23, 2020

Summary

NHTSA records recall 20V035000, published January 23, 2020. Recalling firm: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.; 1998 Mitsubishi Montero | 1999 Mitsubishi Montero | 2000 Mitsubishi Montero — Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module.

What's the hazard

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 1998-2000 Montero vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.

What to do

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 25, 2021. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-001.

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Recall details

Brand
MITSUBISHI
Model
MONTERO
Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Lot
1998 MITSUBISHI MONTERO | 1999 MITSUBISHI MONTERO | 2000 MITSUBISHI MONTERO
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 1998 Mitsubishi Montero | 1999 Mitsubishi Montero | 2000 Mitsubishi Montero — Air bags: frontal: driver side: inflator module recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V035000 on January 23, 2020. Reported hazard: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 1998-2000 Montero vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, causing the inflators to rupture or the air bag cushion to underinflate.

What should I do if I have this product?

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 25, 2021. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-001.

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

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

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)