NHTSA Recall 17V233000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V233000; Date: Apr. 6, 2017
If a door opens while the vehicle is being driven, it can increase the risk of injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander; 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
Component: Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Manufactured by: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 35,674
Recall Summary:
Mitsubishi motors north America, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain 2016 outlander and outlander sport vehicles. The inside door latch mechanisms may not latch securely in high temperatures, allowing the doors to open while vehicle is in motion.
How to Fix:
Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door latches, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mmna's number for this recall is sr-17-002.
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: Aug 25, 2017
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