Defect Description For Recall
The Vehicles Failed The Lateral Moving Barrier Impact Test Requirements Of Fmvss 301, “Fuel System Integrity.” The Fuel Leakage From The Gas Tank Exceeded The MaximUM Allowable Amount Of Spillage.
Make Of Vehicle
MITSUBISHI
Model Of Vehicle
PRECIS
Year
1991
Recall Campaign Number
94V080000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline
Effect Of Defect
In The Event Of An Accident, The Fuel Spillage Can Result In A Fire If Exposed To A Source Of Ignition.
Fix Defect
Mitsubishi Has Developed An Appropriate Countermeasure That Will Comply With All Requirements Of Fmvss 301.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mitsubishi America
Start Of Manufacture
19900801
End Of Manufacture
19931001
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
12890
Date Owners Notified
19940630
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Date Report Received
19940420
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
301