The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·17V609000·Announced 2017-09-29

Mitsubishi Recalls Outlander and Lancer Models for Defective Starter Relays

Mitsubishi is recalling 2015-2017 Outlander, Outlander Sport, Lancer, and Lancer Evolution vehicles because defective relays may cause engine stalls, reduced power, or overheating.

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 (electrical relay failure) that can lead to engine stalls and an increased risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. The recall involves a total of 132,552 vehicles.

These vehicles may have defective relays in the electrical system that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power, or the engine overheating. If the engine stalls, there is an increased risk of a crash.

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT, OUTLANDER, LANCER, LANCER EVOLUTION
Brand
MITSUBISHI
Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — SUV / Sedan
Hazard
Affected units
132,552

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 (4)

  • OUTLANDER SPORT
  • OUTLANDER
  • LANCER
  • LANCER EVOLUTION

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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