Mitsubishi Recalls 2013 Outlander Sport for Front Suspension Weld Defect
Mitsubishi is recalling 2013 Outlander Sport vehicles due to a defective front stabilizer link weld that may damage tires or brake hoses, increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (suspension weld) that can lead to loss of steering control or increased stopping distance, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured between January 17, 2013, and January 25, 2013. The recall addresses a defect where the stabilizer link bracket on the left front strut was improperly welded.
As a result of the improper weld, the link may detach and cause damage to the tire and/or brake hose. If the stabilizer link bracket damages the tire and/or brake line, the driver may have more difficulty controlling the steering of the vehicle, or the vehicle may require a longer stopping distance to come to a complete and controlled stop. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front left strut assembly free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi Motors North America at 1-888-648-7820 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT
- Brand
- MITSUBISHI
- Manufacturer
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Category
- Vehicle — SUV
- Affected units
- 305
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- OUTLANDER SPORT
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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