NHTSA Recall 09V077000
NHTSA Campaign Id 09V077000; Date: Mar. 10, 2009
This may temporarily increase the stopping distance of the vehicle and therefore increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer; 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer; 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander; 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
Component: Service Brakes, Air:supply:check Valve
Manufactured by: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 39,711
Recall Summary:
Mitsubishi is recalling 39,711 my 2008-2009 outlander and lacer vehicles. Incorrect material composition of the brake booster check valve may cause the check valve to stick closed when the engine is shut off. When the vehicle is re-started and put into motion, under certain driving conditions (very slow vehicle maneuvers), there may be insufficient initial braking assist.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the brake booster check valve free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during April 2009. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Recall Notes:
Mitsubishi recall no. Sr-09-002. Owners 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: May 4, 2009
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