2003 MITSUBISHI LANCER Recalls (6)

Campaign:
04V428000 on 09/02/2004
Component:
Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured:
05/31/2001 - 07/30/2004
Affected:
100,432
Defect:
Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' the bilingual english/spanish removable air bag warning labels affixed to the dash and to the sunvisor do not meet the size requirements of the standard.
Consequence:
This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
Correction:
Mitsubishi caribbean will mail a customer notification letter containing a written description and a graphic of the bi-lingual dashboard air bag warning label. in addition, all current 2000-2004 nativa owners will also receive replacement air bag alert labels for the sun visors. this recall is expected to begin during march or april 2005. the notification to the nativa owners is expected to begin during april or may 2005. owners should contact mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715.
Notes:
The manufacturer's petition which requested that nhtsa determine this fmvss noncompliance does not create an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety was partially denied on january 26, 2005. therefore, this manufacturer is obligated to conduct an owner notification and remedy campaign.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
Campaign:
06E023000 on 03/13/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:
292,000
Defect:
Certain anzo combination headlamp assemblies sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. some combination lamps are not equipped with amber side reflectors which fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence:
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. the recall began may 9, 2006. owners may contact anzo usa at 909-468-3688.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket headlamp assemblies manufactured by anzo and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
06E038000 on 05/07/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
724
Defect:
Certain alfaotto combination headlamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Correction:
Alfaotto will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. the recall began on may 10, 2006. owners may contact alfaotto at 626-656-2992 or visit their website at www.alfaotto.com.
Notes:
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
06E064000 on 07/16/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
4,029
Defect:
Certain tradesonic combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Tradesonic will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2006. owners may contact tradesonic at 626-934-8884.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to tradesonic aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
09E025000 on 05/10/2009
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:
42,540
Defect:
Dope, inc. is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence:
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Dope, inc. will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. at 1-626-272-1798.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by dope, inc.the list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
16V458000 on 06/22/2016
Component:
Suspension:front:control arm:lower arm
Manufactured:
06/28/2001 - 06/13/2007
Affected:
194,674
Defect:
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain model year 2002-2007 lancer, 2004 lancer wagon, 2003-2006 lancer evolution, 2003-2006 outlander and 2007-2013 outlander v-6 vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, west virginia, wisconsin and the district of columbia. in the affected vehicles, the front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.
Consequence:
A detached front control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one that has a sealing/anti-corrosion agent applied to it. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began january 2017. owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. mmna's number for this recall is sr-16-003.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2003 MITSUBISHI LANCER TSBs (60)

Bulletin:
0200008
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Subject regarding technical specifications. *jg
Bulletin:
85
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Bulletin review of tsb-02-00-008 - technical specifications. *tt
Bulletin:
85
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Bulletin review regarding tsb-02-42a-010 - provides new body repair information to be added to body repair manual. *tt
Bulletin:
0242A016
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Partial welded panel replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
0351001
Component:
062200 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Summary:
Special wiper pivot caps (grommets) onto the wiper pivot shafts to keep water from entering the blower motor, causing blower motor failure. *tt
Bulletin:
0300004
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Evolution technical specifications. *tt
Bulletin:
0335002
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Break-in driving precautions and brake noise diagnosis. 2003 lancer evolution. *tt
Bulletin:
0351003
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Carbon fiber spoiler appearance characteristics. *tt
Bulletin:
0354007
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
Immobilizer system information update (2003 models). *tt
Bulletin:
0321001
Component:
101000 power train:clutch assembly
Summary:
Clutch release cylinder leaking condition. *tt
Bulletin:
93
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Reported engine oil leaks caused by the protective coating applied during manufacture. *tt
Bulletin:
93
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Turbo vacuum meter kit. *tt
Bulletin:
93
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Oil leaks - manual transmission. *tt
Bulletin:
93
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Transaxle or transfer case removal. *tt
Bulletin:
93
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Rear spoiler (owner's manual error). *tt
Bulletin:
93
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Blower motor failure. *tt
Bulletin:
03001
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Oxygen sensor harness corrosion - emissions recall. *tt
Bulletin:
0342B001
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Water entry into vehicle interior. *tt
Bulletin:
0300014
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Normal noise characteristics. *tt
Bulletin:
89
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0181. *tt
Bulletin:
89
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0421. *tt
Bulletin:
94
Component:
101000 power train:clutch assembly
Summary:
Clutch removal from transaxle. 2003 lancer evolution. *tt
Bulletin:
94
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Brake noise. 2003 lancer evolution. *tt
Bulletin:
0323006
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Torque converter shudder, surge, and/or vibration (possibly intermittent) when driving 35-50 mph at steady throttle. *tt
Bulletin:
0355008
Component:
138110 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:blower
Summary:
Debris (such as leaves, etc) entering the front cowl area may clog the evaporator housing drain tube. if this occurs, the evaporator housing may fill up with condensation and overflow into the passenger compartment, and into the blower mot
Bulletin:
0355008R
Component:
138110 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:blower
Summary:
Debris (such as leaves, etc.) entering the front cowl area may clog the evaporator housing drain tube. if this occurs, the evaporator housing may fill up with condensation and overflow into the passenger compartment, and into the blower mo
Bulletin:
0313009
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Powertrain control module programming for diagnostic trouble code p0507. *tt
Bulletin:
0314002
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Corrected specified engine coolant - service manual revision. *tt
Bulletin:
0335003
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Clicking, squealing, or groaning noise when braking. *ph
Bulletin:
0322001
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Newly configured 5th gear synchronizer sleeve for 2003 lancer evolution manual transmission. *ph
Bulletin:
0455003
Component:
138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:
Heater temperature dial hard to turn. *tt
Bulletin:
0413007
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Powertrain control module (pcm) reprogramming for diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0300 random misfire. *tt driveability concerns. mitsubishi tech talk. *tt update. *tt
Bulletin:
09012002
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Blower housing filter. *eh
Bulletin:
05012004
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Gl-5 and gl-4 oil requirements. *eh
Bulletin:
05012004
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
Radiator hose collapsed. *eh
Bulletin:
10012002
Component:
045000 service brakes, air:disc
Summary:
Click or pop noise when braking. *eh
Bulletin:
10012002
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Blower housing filter. *eh
Bulletin:
113
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0335 and/or p0340 with malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on. *tt
Bulletin:
0554001
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Battery load test rate chart - service manual revision. *tt
Bulletin:
115
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0181 update. mitsubishi tech talk. *tt
Bulletin:
115
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
Collapsed upper radiator hose. mitsubishi tech talk. *tt
Bulletin:
0517001
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Cruise control diagnosis - service manual revision. *tt
Bulletin:
0513006
Component:
112000 electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Summary:
Alternator fr terminal voltage - service manual revision. *tt
Bulletin:
0523004
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
2-3 shift flare. *tt
Bulletin:
04006
Component:
355100 equipment:other:labels
Summary:
Air bag warning label service campaign. *tt
Bulletin:
0411005
Component:
061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:
Engine timing belt tensioning procedure - service manual revision. *tt
Bulletin:
05002
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Emissions recall campaign - incorrect parameters in the pcm software that may allow a malfunction in the vehicle speed sensor to go undetected by the on-board diagnostic system (obd). *tt
Bulletin:
0534002
Component:
021530 suspension:front:control arm:lower arm
Summary:
Rear lower arm pillow ball bushing replacement - service manual revision. *tt
Bulletin:
0522003
Component:
101000 power train:clutch assembly
Summary:
Clutch release bearing installation. *tt
Bulletin:
13
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Diagnostic trouble code p0335 and/or p0340 with malfunction indicator lamp on. mitsubishi tech talk. *tt
Bulletin:
12012004
Component:
031000 service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Summary:
Sport pedal installation tools. mitsubishi. tech talk. *tt
Bulletin:
0555004
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
Insufficient heater performance. *tt
Bulletin:
0711001
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Hard to start engine. dtc p0340 (and p0335). could be due to abnormal wear to the camshaft position sensor. *kb
Bulletin:
07001
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Cooling fan controller. *kb
Bulletin:
04005
Component:
062200 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Summary:
Renotification campaign. *kb
Bulletin:
137
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Reprogramming the pcm drivability or sensitivity issues can be corrected. *kb
Bulletin:
TSB-08-37-006
Component:
017400 steering:linkages:rod:relay:connecting
Summary:
Mitsubishi: a tie rod free play check has been added to the applicable service manuals. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-09-35-006
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Mitsubishi: abs hydraulic unit bracket torque spec. changed; service manual revision. to provide corrected tightening torque specifications for the abs hydraulic unit mounting bracket fasteners. *pe
Bulletin:
MEDICUpdate517
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them that an update for medic will be available.
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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