NHTSA Recall 16V791000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V791000; Date: Oct. 31, 2016
Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2007 Mitsubishi Outlander; 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander; 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander; 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander; 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander; 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander; 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
Component: Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:linkages
Manufactured by: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 100,082
Recall Summary:
Mitsubishi motors north America, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 outlander vehicles manufactured September 8, 2006, to March 29, 2013. In the affected vehicles, water may enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the wiper link separating and the wipers becoming inoperative.
How to Fix:
Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rubber boot on the ball joint to prevent water intrusion. Additionally, they will inspect the wiper motor crank arm for excessive play, replacing it as necessary. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mmna's number for this recall is sr-16-009.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 28, 2017
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