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SevereNHTSA·13V300000·Announced 2013-07-08

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

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. 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
Hazard
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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