NHTSA Recall 05V299000
NHTSA Campaign Id 05V299000; Date: Jun. 27, 2005
Should this condition occur, the braking distance required to stop the vehicle may increase and could lead to a vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder
Manufactured by: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 3,760
Recall Summary:
On certain passenger vehicles, one of four seals inside the master cylinder may have been installed improperly. As a result, the master cylinder may unexpectedly by-pass hydraulic braking force pressure and allow a longer than normal pedal stroke.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the master cylinder assembly free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2005. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.
Recall Notes:
Mitsubishi recall no. Sr-05-003. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 28, 2005
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