Defect Description For Recall
Mitsubishi Motors North America (Mmna) Is Recalling Certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev, Outlander Sport, 2018-2019 Eclipse Cross, And 2017-2018 Outlander Vehicles Equipped With A Forward Collision Mitigation (Fcm) System That Detects Pedestrians. Due To Incorrect Software, The Fcm-Ecu (Electronic Control Unit) May Apply Braking For Longer Than Needed, Even After A Pedestrian Is No Longer Detected.
Make Of Vehicle
MITSUBISHI
Model Of Vehicle
ECLIPSE CROSS
Year
2019
Recall Campaign Number
18V620000
Component Description
Electrical System:Software
Effect Of Defect
If The Fcm-Ecu Software Activates The Brake For Longer Than Necessary, The Driver May React By Applying Additional Braking. The Resulting Rapid Deceleration Of The Vehicle Can Increase The Risk Of A Rear-End Collision.
Fix Defect
Mmna Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Reprogram The Fcm-Ecu Software With Updated Software, Free Of Charge. The Recall Is Began October 16, 2018. Owners May Contact Mmna Customer Service At 1-888-648-7820. Mmna’S Number For This Recall Is Sr-18-007.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20171226
End Of Manufacture
20180621
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
9166
Date Owners Notified
20181016
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20180914
Make Campaign Number
SR-18-007