Defect Description For Recall
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2014 Lancer Evolution Vehicles Manufactured January 31, 2014, Through February 21, 2014, And 2014 Lancer Ralliart Vehicles Manufactured February 3, 2014, Through February 14, 2014. The Affected Vehicles May Have Insufficient Clearance Between The Power Steering Pressure Tube And The Crossmember Brace.
Make Of Vehicle
MITSUBISHI
Model Of Vehicle
LANCER RALLIART
Year
2014
Recall Campaign Number
14V281000
Component Description
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And ConneCTIons
Effect Of Defect
Due To Abrasion And Rust, A Hole May Develop In The Power Steering Tube, Allowing The Fluid To Leak Out, Resulting In Added Steering Effort, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash. Additionally, The Leaking Fluid Increases The Risk Of A Fire In The Presence Of An Ignition Source Such As A Hot Engine Or Exhaust Component.
Fix Defect
Mitsubishi Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect The Power Steering Tube For Sufficient Clearance. If The Vehicle Has Insufficient Clearance, The Power Steering Tube Assembly Will Be Replaced, Free Of Charge. The Manufacturer Notified Owners In July 2014. Owners May Contact Mitsubishi Customer Service At 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi’S Number For This Recall Is Sr-14-004.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20140203
End Of Manufacture
20140214
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
146
Date Owners Notified
20140701
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20140527
Make Campaign Number
SR-14-004