2004 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE Recalls (5)

Campaign:
03V442000 on 11/04/2003
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Manufactured:
07/24/2003 - 09/10/2003
Affected:
17,087
Defect:
On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel return line hose fitting on the electric fuel pump may be restricted, causing excessive fuel pressure to build up in the fuel injection system. excessive fuel pressure may result in a leak in the fuel return hose.
Consequence:
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the fuel pump pressure. those vehicles exhibiting higher than normal fuel pump pressure will receive fuel pump modifications. the recall began december 3, 2003. owners should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037 or mitsubishi caribbean at 1-800-981-0452.
Notes:
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Campaign:
04V312000 on 06/28/2004
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:
04/15/2004 - 06/19/2004
Affected:
834
Defect:
On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel return line hose fitting on the electric fuel pump may be improperly molded.
Consequence:
Breakage could result in a leakage of fuel and in the presence of an ignition source, it could result a fire.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the fuel pump. the recall began on july 26, 2004. owners should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Notes:
Mitsubishi recall no. sr-04-007.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Campaign:
04V428000 on 09/02/2004
Component:
Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured:
05/31/1999 - 09/29/2003
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:
06E026000 on 03/22/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
61,944
Defect:
Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. 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:
Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to pro-a motors 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:
15V338000 on 06/01/2015
Component:
Air bags:passenger side frontal
Manufactured:
04/04/1999 - 12/16/2004
Affected:
443,442
Defect:
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain model year 2000-2005 eclipse vehicles manufactured april 5, 1999, to december 17, 2004, 2001-2005 eclipse spyder vehicles manufactured january 19, 2000, to march 18, 2005, 2001-2005 chrysler sebring vehicles manufactured april 17, 2000, to february 21, 2005, and 2001-2005 dodge stratus vehicles manufactured april 17, 2000, to february 22, 2005. in the affected vehicles, the passenger side sun visor may be folded down in such a position that, if the passenger frontal air bag deploys, the passenger side sun visor may detach.
Consequence:
If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
Correction:
Mmna will notify their owners, and chrysler will notify the chrysler and dodge owners. dealers will install a tether strap to retain the passenger sun visor, free of charge. the recall began on july 20, 2015. owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. mmna's number for this recall is sr-15-005. chrysler and dodge owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is r30.
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.

2004 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE TSBs (22)

Bulletin:
0300010
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Technical specifications. *tt
Bulletin:
0355006
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Air conditioner refrigerant pipe replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
SC03002
Component:
355100 equipment:other:labels
Summary:
Vehicle emission control information (veci) label service campaign. 2004 models. *tt
Bulletin:
0355006R
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Air conditioning refrigerant pipe replacement. *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:
0342A005
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
The sunroof may judder or vibrate during opening/closing operation. *tt
Bulletin:
0314002
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Corrected specified engine coolant - service manual revision. *tt
Bulletin:
0413003
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Power train control module (pcm) reprogramming for high speed misfire, service engine soon light and (diagnostic trouble code p0300 - p0306). *tt
Bulletin:
0442A001
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Remote keyless entry (all 2004 models). *tt
Bulletin:
0454003
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Immobilizer system information update (2004 models). *tt
Bulletin:
09012004
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Bearing inspection. *eh
Bulletin:
0513004
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Power train control module (pcm) reprogramming for cold engine misfire / hot soak restart / rough idle. 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:
0522003
Component:
101000 power train:clutch assembly
Summary:
Clutch release bearing installation. *tt
Bulletin:
42A
Component:
130000 visibility
Summary:
Door glass alignment. mitsubishi. tech talk. *tt
Bulletin:
0617001
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Cruise control system checks - service manual revision. *tt
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-12-35-002
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Mitsubishi: on some vehicles, an active stability control (asc) steering wheel sensor has been installed, replacing original sensor. new sensor not to be rotated before installation. models 2007-12 outlander, 2008-11 lancer evolution, 2
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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