1992 MITSUBISHI MONTERO Recalls (4)

Campaign:
93E023000 on 07/26/1993
Component:
Trailer hitches
Affected:
670
Defect:
The weld on the receiver unit of the trailer hitch can break.
Consequence:
If the failure occurs, the trailer can separate from thetowing vehicle, and could result in a vehicle crash without warning.
Correction:
Replace the trailer hitch.
Notes:
System: trailer hitch.equipment description: reese class ii trailer hitch, part no. 06070.note: if your vehicle is presented to the dealer from whom you purchased theitem on an agreed service date and the remedy is not provided or the remedy does correct the safety-related defect or noncompliance, please contact reese products warranty department at 1-800-326-1090, ext. 203. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Campaign:
96V143001 on 09/02/1996
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:
07/31/1991 - 01/30/1994
Affected:
93,000
Defect:
Under conditions of full lock steering and full suspension travel, the left or right front wheel-side brake hose can crack, resulting in brake fluid leakage.
Consequence:
Brake fluid leakage will cause illumination of the brake warning lamp and reduction in braking efficiency increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel-side brake hoses with revised hose assemblies.
Notes:
System: brakes; hydraulic; lines; hose; non-metallic. vehicle description: sedan and wagons equipped with anti-lock braking system (abs) and multi-purpose passenger vehicles equipped with or without abs brakes. owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin in august 1996. note: 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 1-800-424-9393.

Campaign:
96V143002 on 09/02/1996
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:
07/31/1991 - 01/30/1994
Affected:
10,000
Defect:
Under conditions of full lock steering and full suspension travel, the left or right front wheel-side brake hose can crack, resulting in brake fluid leakage.
Consequence:
Brake fluid leakage will cause illumination of the brake warning lamp and reduction in braking effectiveness increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel-side brake hoses with revised hose assemblies.
Notes:
System: brakes; hydraulic; lines; hose; non-metallic. vehicle description: sedan and wagons equipped with anti-lock braking system (abs) and multi-purpose passenger vehicles equipped with or without abs brakes. owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin in august 1996. note: 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 mitsubishicaribbean at 1-787-251-8715.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Campaign:
00V311001 on 10/23/2000
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Manufactured:
12/31/1990 - 01/30/1996
Affected:
210,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles: mirage model vehicles equipped with 1.5l engines; montero sport models equipped with 3.0l engines; and montero models equipped with 3.0l engines. the bolt securing the crankshaft pulley can become loose and the pulley could fall off the vehicle.
Consequence:
The condition can result in a loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
On the mirage vehicles, the dealers will install a new, improved crankshaft pulley bolt on the older engines. on new engines which already have the improved bolt, the dealer will tighten the crankshaft pulley bolt to the correct torque specification. on the montero models, dealers will tighten the crankshaft pulley bolt to the correct torque specifications. if the bolt is damaged, it will be replaced.
Notes:
Owner notification will be performed in five separate owner mailings, with the first mailing beginning october 31, 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).

1992 MITSUBISHI MONTERO TSBs (24)

Bulletin:
TSB9711002
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
New valve lash adjuster noise checking and troubleshooting procedures. *jd
Bulletin:
TSB9742A003
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Power window motor and regulator assembly procedures. *jd
Bulletin:
TSB9752B002
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Additional srs air bag troubleshooting procedures- service manual revision. *jd
Bulletin:
TSB9754002
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Corrected motor antenna and control unit inspection procedures- service manual revision. *jd
Bulletin:
TSB9700005
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Mut-ii scan tool warranty. *tw
Bulletin:
TSB9711009
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Corrected upper oil pan installation procedures - service manual revision. *tw
Bulletin:
TSB9711007
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Corrected cylinder head bolt tightening procedures - service manual revision. *tw
Bulletin:
TSB9711006
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Throttle body procedures - service manual revision. *tw
Bulletin:
TSB9716004
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Generator stator removal - service manual revision. *tw
Bulletin:
97040113007
Component:
091130 fuel system, other:storage:tank assembly:pressure relief devices
Summary:
Specifications for affected vehicles. *yc
Bulletin:
97110154013
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Information containing additional glass antenna cautions and inspection procedures. *yc
Bulletin:
97090152B003
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Service manual revision on supplemental restraint system (srs) cautions and warnings. *yc
Bulletin:
97090154009
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Information containing a new and revised procedures for adjusting headlights aim on affected vehicles. *yc
Bulletin:
97090114001
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Procedure for replacing the water passage gaskets on various vehicles. *yc
Bulletin:
9851003
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Some vehicles experience paint peeling from the roof rack surface. *yc
Bulletin:
TSB9813005
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Vehicles may experience long cold start times, sag during warm-up, and stalling. *tt
Bulletin:
TSB0013003
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Information containing recommended fuels for certain vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
96V143
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Mmsa has determined that under certain conditions, the front lower brake hoses may develop a crack, causing a loss of brake fluid. *tt
Bulletin:
SR01002
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Mitsubishi motor sales of america, inc. is voluntarily recalling certain affected vehicles for a possible loose crankshaft pulley bolt. *tt
Bulletin:
ATIN01SR002
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
This advance technical information notice states that mitsubishi motor sales of america, inc. (mmsa) is voluntarily recalling affected vehicles for a possible loose crankshaft pulley bolt. *tt
Bulletin:
67
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Subject regarding crankshaft pulley bolt replacement. *jb
Bulletin:
TIN01SR003
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Technical information regarding crankshaft pulley bolt replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
0316001
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Spark plug cable identification - service manual revision. *tt
Bulletin:
TT237
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.

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