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
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 | |||||
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | ||||||||||||||||
94V080000 | MITSUBISHI AMERICA | from 08/01/1990 to 10/01/1993 | V (Vehicle) | 12890 | 06/30/1994 | MFR | MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 04/20/1994 | 05/03/1994 | 571 | 301 | |||||
Defect Summary | The 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 Summary | In the event of an accident, the fuel spillage can result in a fire if exposed to a source of ignition. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Mitsubishi has developed an appropriate countermeasure that will comply with all requirements of fmvss 301. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | System: 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 | ||||||||||||||||
90V053000 | HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA | from 01/01/1990 to 02/01/1990 | V (Vehicle) | 2281 | 03/19/1990 | MFR | MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 03/15/1990 | 03/28/1990 | |||||||
Defect Summary | Lock washer located under the nut that secures the front hub to the drive shaft may have had improper heat treatment and could crack. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | This could cause wheel bearing freeplay and could result in bearing damage, and possible loss of vehicle control through wheel failure. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Replace lock washer on each front wheel and repair area around lock washer as necessary. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | System: front wheels.vehicle description: passenger cars. |
Consumer Complaints
Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
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POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | |||
01/18/1995 | 2 | ||
Clutch failed twice. *ak | |||
POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION | |||
01/12/1995 | 1 | ||
Transmission bearing failed, causing transmission to grind. *ak | |||
01/18/1995 | 1 | ||
Transmission gear box noisy/hard shifting. |