Brake Disc Caliper problems of the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander

The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that after he disengaged the parking brake, a burning odor was detected while driving. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the wheels were hot. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rear calipers were corroded and rubbed against the brakes. The mechanic informed the contact that the rear calipers needed to be replaced. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The failure mileage was approximately 91,000.

This complaint is in follow up to previous complaint 11353585 regarding frozen caliper. As previous stated the dealer acknowledged the issue. The reason for this follow up is to report an associated issue. Specifically, that I found it impossible to locate a replacement brake caliper. The caliper was only available thru the dealer, not including labor, the dealer charged $570. 88 for one caliper. I have replaced numerous calipers over the years and have never spent over $150 for a caliper. This is a ridiculous price for a caliper and appears to be monopolized price gouging by Mitsubishi.

Driver side caliper froze. Dealer acknowledged that it was frozen. Not covered by warranty which they advised expired at 60k. Vehicle had 65k miles on it at time of incident. I'm 52 and familiar with vehicle maintenance and have changed many brakes, rotors, calipers. Never have I seen a caliper go bad within 4 years. Definitely a flaw on this vehicle and serious safety issue.

Emergency brake does not engage due to actuator lever on caliper being stuck. There is an open recall for this issue with vehicles matching my make, model and year but my vehicle does not seem to be included in said recall. This issue was noticed when the emergency brake was lifted but the vehicle continued to be able to roll while in my driveway.