Mitsubishi Precis 1990

Model Precis made in 1990 by Mitsubishi got 3 consumer complains as well as 2 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference to power train. . There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline and wheels.

Model 1990

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
94V080000MITSUBISHI AMERICAfrom 08/01/1990 to 10/01/1993V (Vehicle)1289006/30/1994MFRMITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC.04/20/199405/03/1994571301
Defect SummaryThe vehicles failed the lateral moving barrier impact test requirements of fmvss 301, fuel system integrity. the fuel leakage from the gas tank exceeded the maximum allowable amount of spillage.
Consequence SummaryIn the event of an accident, the fuel spillage can result in a fire if exposed to a source of ignition.
Corrective SummaryMitsubishi has developed an appropriate countermeasure that will comply with all requirements of fmvss 301.
NotesSystem: fuel; fuel systems; fmvss 301.vehicle description: 3 and 4 door passenger vehicles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact mitsubishi service center at 1-800-222-0037. also, please contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at1-800-424-9393.
WHEELS - CENTER SECTION
90V053000HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICAfrom 01/01/1990 to 02/01/1990V (Vehicle)228103/19/1990MFRMITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC.03/15/199003/28/1990
Defect SummaryLock washer located under the nut that secures the front hub to the drive shaft may have had improper heat treatment and could crack.
Consequence SummaryThis could cause wheel bearing freeplay and could result in bearing damage, and possible loss of vehicle control through wheel failure.
Corrective SummaryReplace lock washer on each front wheel and repair area around lock washer as necessary.
NotesSystem: front wheels.vehicle description: passenger cars.

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
01/18/19952
 Clutch failed twice. *ak
POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION
01/12/19951
 Transmission bearing failed, causing transmission to grind. *ak
01/18/19951
 Transmission gear box noisy/hard shifting.