NHTSA Recall 05V335000
NHTSA Campaign Id 05V335000; Date: Jul. 27, 2005
If a leak occurs, during vehicle operation when the manifold is hot, coolant may ignite and cause a vehicle fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:hose
Manufactured by: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,179
Recall Summary:
On certain passenger vehicles, the turbo charger coolant hose was incorrectly manufactured, and may allow coolant leakage.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the turbo charger coolant hose free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2005. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 888-648-7820.
Recall Notes:
Mitsubishi recall no. Sr-05-004. 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: Aug 15, 2005
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