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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY - CABLES | ||||||||||||||||
| 99V333001 | MITSUBISHI AMERICA | from 05/27/1998 to 11/03/1999 | V (Vehicle) | 19179 | 02/07/2000 | MFR | MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 11/23/1999 | 11/30/1999 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with v6 engines and federal emission equipment. the battery cable harness can become heat damaged by the front exhaust manifold which could cause grounded circuits. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This circuit failure could cause any of the following to occur: (1) the engine will not start because the main fuse will blow if the power lead is grounded; (2) the low oil pressure warning lamp will illuminate if the signal wire is grounded; (3) the airconditioning system will become inoperative if the lead to the magnetic clutch is grounded; and (4) the turn signal/hazard lamps will become inoperative if the voltage monitor lead is grounded. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will remove and discard a metal manifold bracket (from galant models only - eclipse has no such bracket). dealers will also inspect the harness. if the harness wires show no damage, the dealer will install a heat insulator along with heat resistant harness clips. if the harness wires do show damage, the dealers will install a new harness with preinstalled integral heat protection. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification began february 7, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 011001 | 10/01/2001 | 627227 | Customers may complain of a buzzing mfi relay when the headlights are on with the ignition switch off.*jb | 02/06/2002 | |
| TSB0154007 | 05/01/2001 | 622431 | Subject regarding various chassis electrical concerns resulting in damage or corrosion in the front chassis wiring harness. possible electrical concerns are inoperative high beam headlight, fog lamp, windshield washer and intermittent / | 10/17/2001 | |
| 67 | 02/01/2001 | 618258 | Subject pertaining to wiring harness corrosion. *jb | 04/10/2001 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | |||||
| 0513006 | 04/01/2005 | 10016133 | Alternator fr terminal voltage - service manual revision. *tt | 08/31/2005 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | |||||
| 0254005 | 03/01/2002 | 634621 | Subject regarding dedicated iod fuse blows intermittently. *jg | 10/03/2002 | |
| 011001 | 10/01/2001 | 627236 | Subject regarding dedicated fuse blows intermittently.*jb | 02/06/2002 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER | |||||
| 9954010 | 10/01/1999 | 6088721 | Information concerning a no-start condition caused by immobilizer ignition key interference. *tt | 01/04/2000 | |
| TSB9900003 | 06/01/1999 | 608406 | Information on pdi procedures concerning the new immobilizer system feature on certain 2000 model year mitsubishi vehicles. * mjs | 11/26/1999 | |
| TSB9900003R | 06/01/1999 | TSB9900003 | 608416 | This bulletin contains additional pdi procedures and service information concerning the anti-theft engine immobilizer system with security keys. *tt | 11/24/1999 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||||
| 80 | 03/01/2002 | 637074 | Information on a diagnostic trouble code p0174 set *tt | 11/19/2002 | |
| 9954008 | 10/01/1999 | 6088735 | Information regarding a numer of immobilizer ecus not having override codes. *tt | 01/06/2000 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 08/27/2010 | 212600 | ||
| I own a 2000 mitsubishi galant. for the last two months, i have been in and out of the repair shop. i am not a mechanic; however, i know that there is a problem in the electrical system. while driving, the car will just stop in the middle of the road. when it occurs, it will not start and has to be towed in. the first two times, the mechanic replaced the blown fuse. the last time, the ignition switch was replaced because the dealer said that it was bad. i thought that was the end until last night. the same thing has happened again. i am becoming frustrated over this matter. they need to find the problem and fix it. other than this, i have not had major problems with the car. however, this situation concerns me because of the nature of it. this problem has made me change my mind regarding mitsubishi cars. i don't think i will buy another one. i am tired of them giving me the run-around. | |||
| 08/12/2010 | 134000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2000 mitsubishi galant. the contact stated that while traveling 55mph the vehicle stalled. the dashboard lit up when the vehicle stalled and the contact lost all power. the contacts mechanic stated that it was the wiring harness for the battery cables that failed and caused the vehicle to stall. the mechanic found a recall for the wiring harness, but the manufacturer told the contact that the vehicle was not included in recall campaign number 99v333001, which deals with the wiring harness for the battery cables. the contact and mechanic attempted to get the wiring harness from the manufacturer, but were told that since the vehicle was included in the recall, they would not be able to get the harness. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure mileage and current mileages was 134000.rl | |||
| 10/01/2008 | 114000 | 1 | |
| Recently purchased used 200 mitsubishi galant. having issues with the oil light constantly coming on and the car shutting off. it also seems as though the vehicle looses power and none of the signal lights or hazard lights will work. this has been going on since purchasing the vehicle in october 2008. the dealer where purchased is not being very cooperative. once off its takes several tries for the car to start again. your website indicated that several of these models were recalled. it looks as though this vehicle was never repaired. *tr | |||
| 10/30/2008 | 1 | ||
| I purchased a 2000 mitsubishi galant brand new in june, 2000. about 18 months later, my car would immediately stop running. all systems would die. my mitsubishi dealership attempted different fixes on many occasions, only to have the problem occur again. finally, my car was sent to a master mechanic at another dealership who diagnosed the problem as something to do with an electrical regulator or switch. to my recollection, the switch could only carry a 10 amp load, and was getting shorted out because it needed more capacity. the previous work at the other dealership did not fix the problem, although the resetting of the system made the car able to function again until another occurrence. the master mechanic at the dealership installed a 50 amp switch and mentioned that it was way more than i would ever need in this car. my car has operated for over 4 years without incident. yesterday, a small fire started on the piece that i believe may have been part of the fix. while i'm unsure how related these incidents are, i am concerned about other galants on the road. *tr | |||
| 03/10/2006 | 47800 | 1 | 11/28/2003 |
| Car was shut off at work for about 30 - 50 minutes when the horn started to blare for no reason -- no alarm installed. opened car door and electrical burning smell was present. had to pull fuse to get it shut off. vehicle was locked and empty at time. *nm | |||
| 08/01/2002 | |||
| Along with several recalls, the brakes, rotors, battery, all four tires had to be replaced at my expense. horn still does not properly work after being replaced. electrical failures with blinker light (inside and outside) and outside rear driver side light staying on even when car is turned off. service department says they find nothing wrong. letters written to mitsubishi go unresponsive to and/or are referred to my local service department, with no response, only that my claims are denied. need help. please check this out. can't understand how a brand new vehicle can have to have so many parts replaced (at my expense) and so many other defects and no one provide any answers/reasons or responses to complaints. please help. thank you in advance for your attention. *nlm | |||
| 07/15/2002 | 1 | ||
| The entire electrical system of this vehicle is not working properly, it has been repaired several times yet the problem still exist, please provide any additional information. nlm | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||
| 06/01/2002 | 5 | 04/20/2002 | |
| While traveling on highway and applying brakes, there was a loud grinding noise coming from wheel. dealership was aware of problem. *ak consumer found that the problem was with the brakes/rotors, and tires. two weeks later the back springs on tires had been replaced. also the battery had gone dead, and the brakes still squeak. *scc | |||
| 07/08/2002 | 2 | 06/01/2000 | |
| I owned a 1995 galant before i purchased my 2000 mitsubishi galant and i must say, mitsubishi is the worst brand of cars ever assembled. i had so many problems with my 1995 galant that i was forced to get rid of it after only one year and could not sell or trade the car to save my life. the only people that would deal with me were mitsubishi again so i was forced to buy another mitsubishi. my car is only 2 years old and i am having problems. i bought this car brand new and the battery is dead. i called the mits. dealer were i bought the car and they said my warranty did not cover the battery, and i called the dealership down the street from me and they said mits. has a 50/50 deal and i would have to pay $40 dollars for a new battery. i would sell this car today if i could but kelly blue book.com tells me the car is worth less than i owe. if there is any way you can help me i would realy appreciate it. thank you, john larney. *ak | |||
| 05/18/2001 | 1 | 04/03/2000 | |
| Battery exploded, causing acid to fly all over engine compartment. it exploded in parking lot when ignition was started.battery fumes entered passenger compartment. dealer replaced battery, but did not have a reason for what happened or an exact remedy.*ak *slc | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY - CABLES | |||
| 11/21/2005 | 97000 | 3 | 02/05/2003 |
| Car dies due to engine fuse blowing, apparently related to recall number 99v333001. mitsubishi denies any knowledge of such recall. *nm | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||
| 10/25/2001 | 09/01/2000 | ||
| Car continues to have electrical issues -- will stall intermittently and sometimes will not start back up again. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||
| 11/01/2001 | 1 | ||
| While traveling approximately 45 to 50 mph smoke started coming from front end of vehicle. upon examination by dealership wiring harness and computer system had burned up. no determination was made as to the cause of problem. please provide any additional information / documentation.*ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD | |||
| 08/06/2002 | |||
| Consumer drove vehicle to work and parked. approximately 1 hour later vehicle caught on fire. fire dept advised consumer that fire was electrical in origin.*ak | |||
| 11/13/2001 | |||
| While driving 45-50 mph smelled smoke. consumer applied brakes, and they faded. transmission slipped. consumer pulled over, and front of vehicle burst into flames. fire department put out fire, vehicle was towed to dealer. factory representative determined mitsubishi was not responsible. there was recall000295001 on power steering tube that could cause a fire, but this vehicle was not affected. vehicle was totalled, no injuries. *ak | |||
| 11/01/2001 | 1 | ||
| While traveling approximately 45 to 50 mph smoke started coming from front end of vehicle. upon examination by dealership wiring harness and computer system had burned up. no determination was made as to the cause of problem. please provide any additional information / documentation.*ak | |||
| 03/31/2001 | 1 | 05/01/2000 | |
| Consumer was traveling about 45mph on highway and without prior notice smoke was inside of vehicle. he managed to run out of vehicle and it went up in smoke. fire department was called out. vehicle has been totaled. *ak *jb | |||
| 01/08/2001 | 3 | 07/20/2000 | |
| Consumer was driving down road when a fire ignitied in engine. consumer applied brakes , but they were inoperative. had to pull emergency brake which caused loss of control ,vehicle spun around before it stopped. consumer jumped out . wiring and wheel covers, basically everthing was melted. *ak the cause for the fire could not be found. however, the consumer firmly believes that something was not installed correctly at factory that caused the five month old vehicle to burn. *yh | |||
| 01/10/2000 | 01/07/2000 | ||
| While driving at approximately. 50 mph driver noticed smoke coming from underneath the hood,.attempted to pull over, but brakes were inoperative. driver had to pump brakes in order to slow down and stop.driver got out of vehicle and noticed flames coming from underneath vehicle, burning grass surrounding the area, and destroying/ melting all wiring, and all of front end. vehicle was a total loss. *ak | |||