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HighNHTSA·16V791000·Announced 2016-10-31

Mitsubishi Recalls Outlander Vehicles for Wiper Link Corrosion Risk

Mitsubishi is recalling 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles because water intrusion can corrode the wiper link, potentially causing the wipers to stop working and reducing visibility.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall addresses a functional defect that can lead to loss of wiper function, which the source states increases the risk of a crash. No injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text, fitting the 'High' criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles manufactured between September 8, 2006, and March 29, 2013. The recall affects approximately 100,082 vehicles.

In the affected vehicles, water may enter the space between the hood and the windshield. This water intrusion can cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode. If corrosion occurs, the wiper link may separate, resulting in the wipers becoming inoperative. Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rubber boot on the ball joint to prevent water intrusion. Additionally, dealers will inspect the wiper motor crank arm for excessive play and replace it as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER
Brand
MITSUBISHI
Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Wiper System
Hazard
Affected units
100,082

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

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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