Defect Description For Recall
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mmna) Is Recalling Certain 2009-2012 Lancer, 2008-2012 Outlander, 2010-2012 Lancer Sportback, And 2011-2012 Outlander Sport Vehicles Equipped With Either A 4B11 Or 4B12 Engine. The Drive Belt Automatic Tensioner Flange May Crack, Allowing The Accessory Drive Belt To Detach.
Make Of Vehicle
MITSUBISHI
Model Of Vehicle
LANCER SPORTBACK
Year
2010
Recall Campaign Number
18V069000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys
Effect Of Defect
If The Drive Belt Detaches, The Battery Will Discharge And The Engine Will Stall, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Mmna Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Belt Tensioner With One That Has An Improved Shape, Free Of Charge. The Recall Is Expected To Begin March 27, 2018. Owners May Contact Mmna Customer Service At 1-888-648-7820. Mmna’S Number For This Recall Is Sr-18-001.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20090617
End Of Manufacture
20111115
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
141053
Date Owners Notified
20180327
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20180126
Make Campaign Number
SR-18-001