Key Takeaway
MITSUBISHI AMERICA/WIRING HARNESS by MITSUBISHI AMERICA was recalled on October 27, 2000. What to do: DEALERS WILL RE-ROUTE AND SECURE THE HARNESSES AND, IF NECESSARY, REPAIR ANY PRE-EXISTING WIRE INSULATION DAMAGE.
MITSUBISHI AMERICA/WIRING HARNESS
Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE ROUTING OF THE WIRING HARNESS UNDER THE RIGHT AND LEFT SIDE OF THE REAR SEAT COULD ALLOW THE HARNESS TO CONTACT THE BODY. THE WIRES IN EACH HARNESS CONTROL THE STOP LAMP CIRCUIT, BACK-UP LAMP CIRCUIT, AND THE TURN LAMP CIRCUIT.
Injuries / Consequence
IF ANY OF THESE WIRES BECOME SHORT-CIRCUITED, THE INTERIOR LAMPS, TURN SIGNAL LAMPS, AND REAR STOP LAMPS COULD STOP WORKING. THIS WOULD FAIL TO WARN A FOLLOWING DRIVER THAT THE VEHICLE IS TURNING OR BRAKING AND COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL RE-ROUTE AND SECURE THE HARNESSES AND, IF NECESSARY, REPAIR ANY PRE-EXISTING WIRE INSULATION DAMAGE.
Products Affected
Vehicle
VehiclesRelated Recalls
MITSUBISHI/ELECTRICAL CORROSION
May 28, 2003
MITSUBISHI/THROTTLE ICING
February 5, 2003
MITSUBISHI AMERICA/ELECTRICAL HARNESS
June 3, 2002
MITSUBISHI/WIRING HARNESS
April 15, 2002
MITSUBISHI AMERICA/POWER STEERING TUBE
October 1, 2001
MITSUBISHI AMERICA/FUEL TANK
March 8, 2001
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: DEALERS WILL RE-ROUTE AND SECURE THE HARNESSES AND, IF NECESSARY, REPAIR ANY PRE-EXISTING WIRE INSULATION DAMAGE.
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.