Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | ||||||||||||||||
| 94V149002 | MITSUBISHI AMERICA | from 02/01/1994 to 07/01/1994 | V (Vehicle) | 458 | 10/10/1994 | MFR | MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 08/08/1994 | 09/08/1994 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The headlamp support panel can develop a fatigue crack where the anti-lock brake system (abs) hydraulic unit is attached, allowing the hydraulic unit to fall down. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Loss of braking can result if the abs hydraulic unit falls. this can result in a vehicle accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will connect the abs hydraulic unit attachment point at a rigid portion of the headlamp support panel with a bracket and reinforce the headlamp support panel by adding a back plate. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: brakes; hydraulic; anti-skid.vehicle description: passenger cars.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonabletime or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact mitsubishi service center at 1-800-222-0037. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||||
| TSB9835004 | 07/01/1998 | TSB9835004 | 601839 | Service manual revision on abs data list reference and actuator test reference tables. *yc | 08/25/1998 |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 09/29/1995 | |||
| Check brake pulsation, causing warped, resurfaced once and replaced twice on a average of every six weeks. | |||
| 09/16/1995 | 3 | 09/15/1995 | |
| Brake vibrate and pulsate due to warped rotors. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 03/01/1999 | 1 | 01/01/1998 | |
| Abs non-functioning, brakes work ok but lock, dealer quoted $3000 for repair!! *ak | |||
| 09/01/1994 | |||
| Abs brake failure due to defective controller. dealer wants 0vr$1300 to replace controller. *ak | |||
| 09/01/1997 | 1 | ||
| Abs light continually is on due to failure of the control unit. | |||
| 1 | |||
| Abs system failed. | |||
| 4 | |||
| On normal road conditions when applying the brakes there is a grinding noise like metal touching metal. the vehicle also shakes. brake system has been replaced (4) times on one side within the last year and a half. *ak | |||
| 01/12/1997 | |||
| When applying the brakes one can hear a noise coming from the brakes. feels like when applying the brakes the back of the vehicle hops up and down. *ak | |||
| Owner states that she had work done on her brakes 5 times until she had total brake failure, causing an accident. she is unaware of the type of braking system she has, but she notes that vehicle does not stop. *ak | |||
| 10/04/1996 | |||
| While driving about (35) mph there was a metal sound like, something broke and at that moment the vehicle went all over the road and it was tottaly uncontrollable. braking ability was only on the front wheels. the vehicle hit a curb and dirt wall. *ak | |||
| 03/15/1996 | |||
| Poor abs performance. during vehicle operation, when the brakes are applied, the vehicle pulls to the right then to the left. also the brakes lock up, causing the vehicle to come to a complete halt or stop. *ak | |||
| 08/21/1995 | 1 | ||
| Anti-lock brakes failed prior to recall, owner was not notified by mitsubishi of recall (94v-149.002). | |||
| While traveling down road, vehicle came to an abrupt stop. please describe details. tt | |||
| 08/21/1995 | |||
| Brake failure, pedal faded, impact 6:00 position while driving, speed 5 mph. tt | |||
| 03/01/1995 | 1 | ||
| Consumer was trying to stop,abs brakes failed, hitv another car head-on. *ak | |||
| 01/28/1995 | |||
| Abs: passengers airbag did not deploy during frontal collision; vehicle hit curb while existing off ramp; brakes failed; no braking effect; no warning. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 10/11/1999 | |||
| Vehicle hesitates when he applies brakes and driving the vehicle at 4omph. *ak | |||
| 06/30/1995 | 5 | 06/20/1995 | |
| Front end misalignment, causing premature tire wear, also pulsating brakes and replaced belts and horn. *ak | |||
| When applying the brakes, the vehicle's brakes failed. please describe. | |||
| 03/27/1995 | |||
| Failure on the brake system, cannot stop the vehicle at times, the brakes are also sticking. *ak | |||
| 02/27/1996 | |||
| Brake system failure, dealer had to replace the entire brake system, including rotors, pads, and caliper. *ak | |||
| 10/09/1995 | 9 | ||
| Brake failure. | |||
| 05/30/1995 | 1 | ||
| The brakes completely failed. also, brake light came on/off | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||
| 1 | 06/26/1995 | ||
| Front caliper seized, causing vibration. | |||
| 12/12/1995 | |||
| Rotors on the vechile continue to warp because the brakes are overheating. rotors and pads have been replaced at least (6) or (7) times since purchasing the vehicle on 7/8/95. calipers, rotors and pads replaced on 2/21/96 at 34,000 miles. *ak | |||
| Every 4,000 miles the brake rotors and calipers are wearing out, need to be replaced . *ak | |||
| 07/18/1995 | |||
| Three times there has been a problem with a rattle in the calipers and the calipers come loose. please describe. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
| 02/08/1996 | 4 | 10/01/1994 | |
| Brake pads have been replaced at 11298, 22344, 30612, and 45700 | |||
| 05/22/1996 | 1 | 09/24/1994 | |
| Brake pads failed and replaced. | |||
| 1 | 06/26/1995 | ||
| Brake pads failed, causing vibration when applied. | |||
| 12/12/1995 | |||
| Rotors on the vechile continue to warp because the brakes are overheating. rotors and pads have been replaced at least (6) or (7) times since purchasing the vehicle on 7/8/95. calipers, rotors and pads replaced on 2/21/96 at 34,000 miles. *ak | |||
| 08/27/1995 | |||
| The brakes have been replaced 4 times. the problem is in the front brakes. the rotors have been replaced as well as the pads. please describe. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 03/01/1996 | 3 | 07/01/1995 | |
| I have had to replace 3 brand new batteries which were still under warranty, because they were totally drained. i believe there is something wrong with the electrical system. there is nothing that i have done that should have caused the batteries to die. the blower on the air conditioner/heat doesn't work and the dealer states that they can't find anything wrong with it. the cover of the passenger side airbag is prying up from the dashboard. i have had the brakes replace 2 times all ready and now all the rotors are warped and need to be replaced. i think this vehicle make has very serious defects and after reviewing other consumers problems. i'm very glad that i plan to sell mine very shortly. | |||
| 12/03/1996 | 6 | 03/01/1996 | |
| Engine completely failed at 75000 miles. records kept and maitained according to manufacturer. they would not replace it. i had to 1300+ to get it fixed. now i have been told i need a new head gasket and i know it had been replaced 2 times since i have had it. i am having major problems with the brake system. i have had 2 new sets of rotors put on, rotors turned numerous times and it still shakes badly. need to have them recall this problems, cause everyone i have talked to has the same problem. *ak | |||
| 06/01/1997 | |||
| Sunroof does not close completely by motor, and need allan wrench to close it; power door locks do not work; window glass rattles and is loose at weatherstrip; fuel vapors smelled periodically, particularly on hot days; horn works intermittently; a/c compressor bearing failed; burns oil (mechanic said needs valve job); brake rotors overheat constantly, causing vibration during braking. have had them resurfaced numerous times and replaced once. *ak | |||
| 3 | 07/01/1997 | ||
| Front brake rotors warped/replaced. also, battery failure and fuel leak. *ak | |||
| Warped front brake rotors, causing vehicle to shake/vibrate violently when braking from speeds above 40 mph. almost lost control. *ak | |||
| 3 | 01/01/1995 | ||
| Replaced warped front brake rotors. *ak | |||
| 05/22/1995 | 1 | 09/24/1994 | |
| Brake rotors failed and replaced. | |||
| 12/12/1995 | |||
| Rotors on the vechile continue to warp because the brakes are overheating. rotors and pads have been replaced at least (6) or (7) times since purchasing the vehicle on 7/8/95. calipers, rotors and pads replaced on 2/21/96 at 34,000 miles. *ak | |||
| Every 4,000 miles the brake rotors and calipers are wearing out, need to be replaced . *ak | |||
| When driving on the highway applied the brakes and car vibrated on three occasions, took car to dealer, he said that the rotors were warped. *ak | |||
| 10/09/1996 | 8 | ||
| Master cylinder failed resultingin an accident; also replaced front brake rotors; vehicle hesitates/bucks on acceleration and has fast idle; also, horns inoperable and replaced both rear hatch struts. *ak | |||
| 10/31/1994 | |||
| Excessive wear of front brake rotors. this is the third incident. tt | |||
| 08/27/1995 | |||
| The brakes have been replaced 4 times. the problem is in the front brakes. the rotors have been replaced as well as the pads. please describe. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| 10/09/1996 | 8 | ||
| Master cylinder failed resultingin an accident; also replaced front brake rotors; vehicle hesitates/bucks on acceleration and has fast idle; also, horns inoperable and replaced both rear hatch struts. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - PEDALS AND LINKAGES | |||
| 1 | 06/26/1995 | ||
| Brake pedal rod switch at master cylinder was out of adjustment. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST | |||
| 08/13/2001 | 14 | ||
| Problem has been on going for 2.5 months. dealer has had car for over a month and has been unable to diagnos or cure the problem. i've spent hundreds if not thousands of dollars on fixes that they have recommended. none have worked and their corporate has not given me any support in this matter. when the failure occurs the car's engine shuts off with no warning. power steering and brakes go out rendering the vehicle a hazard to myself and all other drivers around my on busy hwys. if there is any assistance that your organization can provide me i would greatly appreciate it! tks for your time and consideration. | |||
| 11/26/1998 | 1 | 04/01/1996 | |
| Brake booster failed under extreme braking condition to avoid a accident. vehicle was unable to stop due to failure. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - SWITCHES - BRAKE LIGHT | |||
| 12/21/1995 | 1 | ||
| Brake light switch installed inproperly, causing premature brake wear. *tt | |||