2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT Recalls (11)

Campaign:
13V112000 on 03/28/2013
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline
Manufactured:
06/10/2012 - 12/10/2012
Affected:
3,724
Defect:
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 outlander sport awd vehicles manufactured june 11, 2012, through december 11, 2012. these vehicles may have been built without a fuel sending unit harness for the sub-sending unit. this may result in a false fuel tank level reading.
Consequence:
The vehicle operator may believe they have fuel when the tank is actually empty. this could cause the engine to stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will install the proper fuel sending harness, free of charge. the recall began on april 18, 2013. owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820. mitsubishi's campaign recall number is sr-13-005.
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.
Campaign:
13V112000 on 03/28/2013
Component:
Electrical system
Manufactured:
06/10/2012 - 12/10/2012
Affected:
3,724
Defect:
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 outlander sport awd vehicles manufactured june 11, 2012, through december 11, 2012. these vehicles may have been built without a fuel sending unit harness for the sub-sending unit. this may result in a false fuel tank level reading.
Consequence:
The vehicle operator may believe they have fuel when the tank is actually empty. this could cause the engine to stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will install the proper fuel sending harness, free of charge. the recall began on april 18, 2013. owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820. mitsubishi's campaign recall number is sr-13-005.
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.
Campaign:
13V116000 on 04/01/2013
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
Affected:
4,539
Defect:
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 outlander sport vehicles manufactured june 11, 2012, through september 11, 2012. these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment," and fmvss number 114, "theft protection." the brake stop lamps may illuminate continuously or intermittently. the shift lever could also be moved out of park without depressing the brake pedal.
Consequence:
If the brake lamps do not illuminate properly other vehicles may not know when the vehicle is stopping. this could increase the risk of a crash. if the shift lever is moved from park without using the brake, the vehicle may roll causing personal injury.
Correction:
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will correct the installation of the stop lamp switch, free of charge. the recall began on april 18, 2013. owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820. mitsubishi's campaign recall number is sr-13-004.
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.
Campaign:
13V116000 on 04/01/2013
Component:
Power train:automatic transmission
Affected:
4,539
Defect:
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 outlander sport vehicles manufactured june 11, 2012, through september 11, 2012. these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment," and fmvss number 114, "theft protection." the brake stop lamps may illuminate continuously or intermittently. the shift lever could also be moved out of park without depressing the brake pedal.
Consequence:
If the brake lamps do not illuminate properly other vehicles may not know when the vehicle is stopping. this could increase the risk of a crash. if the shift lever is moved from park without using the brake, the vehicle may roll causing personal injury.
Correction:
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will correct the installation of the stop lamp switch, free of charge. the recall began on april 18, 2013. owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820. mitsubishi's campaign recall number is sr-13-004.
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.
Campaign:
13V116000 on 04/01/2013
Component:
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Affected:
4,539
Defect:
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 outlander sport vehicles manufactured june 11, 2012, through september 11, 2012. these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment," and fmvss number 114, "theft protection." the brake stop lamps may illuminate continuously or intermittently. the shift lever could also be moved out of park without depressing the brake pedal.
Consequence:
If the brake lamps do not illuminate properly other vehicles may not know when the vehicle is stopping. this could increase the risk of a crash. if the shift lever is moved from park without using the brake, the vehicle may roll causing personal injury.
Correction:
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will correct the installation of the stop lamp switch, free of charge. the recall began on april 18, 2013. owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820. mitsubishi's campaign recall number is sr-13-004.
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.
Campaign:
13V300000 on 07/14/2013
Component:
Suspension:front
Manufactured:
01/16/2013 - 01/24/2013
Affected:
305
Defect:
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain model year 2013 outlander sport vehicles manufactured january 17, 2013, through january 25, 2013. the stabilizer link bracket on the left front strut was improperly welded. as a result, the link may detach and cause damage to the tire and/or brake hose.
Consequence:
If the stabilizer link bracket damages the tire and/or brake line, the driver may have more difficulty controlling the steering of the vehicle, or the vehicle may require a longer stopping distance to come to a complete and controlled stop. either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the front left strut assembly free of charge. the recall began on july 30, 2013. owners may contact mmna at 1-888-648-7820. mmna's recall number is sr-13-008.
Notes:
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 www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
14V031000 on 02/03/2014
Component:
Air bags
Manufactured:
07/19/2012 - 05/28/2013
Affected:
733
Defect:
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 outlander sport vehicles manufactured july 20, 2012, through may 29, 2013 and equipped with leather seats. in the affected vehicles, the driver side seat mounted air bag wiring may have been improperly routed during the leather seat cover installation process.
Consequence:
If the wiring is routed incorrectly, using the seat height adjustment may damage the wiring resulting in illumination of the air bag warning light. subsequently, in the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the driver side seat mounted air bag may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Correction:
Mitsubishi will notify owners and dealers will inspect the wiring of the driver side seat mounted air bag and re-route the wire if necessary, free of charge. if the wire is damaged, the seat mounted airbag will be replaced, free of chagre. the recall began on february 28, 2014. owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037. mitsubishi's number for this recall is sr-14-001.
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.
Campaign:
14V744000 on 11/20/2014
Component:
Seat belts
Manufactured:
07/19/2012 - 07/22/2014
Affected:
54,779
Defect:
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 outlander sport vehicles manufactured july 20, 2012, to july 23, 2014. in the affected vehicles, the front passenger seat belt lap end attachment fastener may not be torqued to specification, and the fastener may loosen with time.
Consequence:
A loosened and weakened fastener may not be capable of withstanding the load forces associated with a vehicle crash, leaving the seat occupant insufficiently restrained and increasing the risk of injury.
Correction:
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt lap end attachment fastener, free of charge. the recall began on december 1, 2014. owners may contact mitsubishi customer service at 1-714-372-6000. mitsubishi's number for this recall is sr-14-011.
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.
Campaign:
16V792000 on 10/30/2016
Component:
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Manufactured:
07/19/2012 - 01/04/2015
Affected:
93,801
Defect:
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 outlander sport vehicles manufactured august 26, 2010, to january 5, 2015. in the affected vehicles, water may drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole. the water may cause internal corrosion of the windshield wiper motor and the possible failure of the motor.
Consequence:
Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. the manufacturer has begun the recall, but parts are not yet available; a second notice will be sent when parts are available. owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. mmna's number for this recall is sr-16-010.
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.
Campaign:
18V070000 on 01/28/2018
Component:
Parking brake
Manufactured:
07/19/2012 - 11/24/2015
Affected:
170,354
Defect:
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain 2014-2016 outlander and 2013-2016 outlander sport vehicles. water may enter the rear brake calipers causing the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and possibly bind.
Consequence:
If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. if the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake calipers and replace the parking brake boot and lever or the brake caliper body, as necessary. dealers will also replace the piston assembly of the rear brake caliper. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall is expected to begin march 27, 2018. owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. mmna's number for this recall is sr-18-002.
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.
Campaign:
18V103000 on 02/13/2018
Component:
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:linkages
Manufactured:
07/19/2012 - 11/24/2015
Affected:
158,651
Defect:
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain 2011-2016 outlander sport vehicles. water may enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the wiper link separating and the wipers becoming inoperative.
Consequence:
Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rod of the wiper link and the wiper motor crank arm, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin april 10, 2018. owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. mmna's number for this recall is sr-18-004.
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.

2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT TSBs (39)

Bulletin:
TSB-13-52B-003
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Mitsubishi: service manual revision. there is an updated diagnosis of dtc b1558 in the service manual. *js
Bulletin:
TSB-13-35-006
Component:
030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:
Mitsubishi motors: improvements made to the service manual in reference to fastener tightening torque specifications. models include outlander my2007-2014, outlander sport/rvr 2011-2014, lancer 2008-2014, lancer evolution 2008-2014, and lan
Bulletin:
TSB-13-52A-001
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
Mitsubishi: some vehicles may have a failure involving the seat belt. the tongue may slide down the outer rear seat belt becoming stuck between the seat cushion and interior rim. a seat belt stopper needs to be installed to outer rear seat
Bulletin:
TSB-13-35-005
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Mitsubishi: information concerning an update of the service manual involving instructions for the removal and installation of the abs and asc hydraulic unit. also incuded lancer 2008-2014, lancer sportback 2009-2014, outlander, and sport/rv
Bulletin:
TSB-13-42A-005
Component:
171100 latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Summary:
Mitsubishi: in the service manual, on some vehicles, circuit diagrams are incorrect for central door locking system and one touch start system. model 2011-2013 outlander. *pe
Bulletin:
TIN-14-13-001
Component:
036400 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:abs warning light
Summary:
Mitsubishi: during or after snowy conditions, the check engine and abs warning lights will illuminated and will not go 40mph. model 2014 outlander sport. *pe
Bulletin:
SCB-14-001
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Mitsubishi: see document search button for owner letter. on some vehicles, the engine cannot be started, doors, tailgate, and steering control cannot be locked or unlocked due to manufacturing production error, where engine control unit (
Bulletin:
TSB-14-54-007
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Mitsubishi: this bulletin is an introduction to mapcare and the map update purchase for mitsubishi multi communications system. this does not apply to mitsubishi multi entertainment system for the 2014 and later mirage. included in the ma
Bulletin:
SCB-14-001-REV
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Mitsubishi: see document search button for owner letter. some vehicles may fail to start, and steering control, tailgate, and the doors will not be able to lock or unlock, when temperature conditions are low. model 2012-2013 outlander sp
Bulletin:
TSB-14-13-002
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Mitsubishi: if lower quality fuel is used, vehicles would have engine stalling or rough idle condition at low speeds, prior to stopping or starting, and is operated, with air conditioning on, in high ambient temperature. affects puerto ric
Bulletin:
TSB-14-37-003
Component:
016000 steering:electric power assist system
Summary:
Mitsubishi: the service manuals has been revised, for some vehicles, regarding procedures for electric power steering (eps) motor including eps motor replacement. model 2011-2014 outlander sport. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-15-13-002
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Mitsubishi 2011-2013 models: technical service bulletin revised tsb-14-13-003 issued july 2014. information regarding ecm reprogramming for false mil illumination with dtc p2097. *lj
Bulletin:
TT-218
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Mitsubishi: information provided regarding various issues as power window on driver's door, a/c compressor issues, piston scuff, daytime running light or intake and exhaust system or replacement of rear axle assembly. various model years
Bulletin:
15-US-01-16
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Exhaust heat shield service parts available for repairs. several of the exhaust pipe heat shield components are now availalbe as service parts. when repairing a vehicle for a noise due to a loose heat shield, do not replace the center
Bulletin:
15-US-01-16
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Subject: exhaust heat shield service parts available for repairs. several of exhaust pipe heatshield components now available as service parts.
Bulletin:
TSB-16-52A-002
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This is a technical service bulletin (tsb) sent to dealers, to inform them that this tsb updates the interior section of the affected service manuals to add a warning to check occupant classification sensor accuracy during front seat remova
Bulletin:
TSB-16-42A-001
Component:
132000 visibility:glass, side/rear
Summary:
This technical service bulletin instructs dealers to inspect the door glass free play between the front and rear run channels, if there are door glass chatter or binding during operation.
Bulletin:
TSB-16-54-006
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
This technical service bulletin (tsb) was sent to dealers to inform them that some vehicles with one-touch start system may exhibit a condition where the ignition cannot be turned off when battery voltage drops. this tsb also includes instr
Bulletin:
TSB-15-15-001
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This technical service bulletin adds the non-reusable parts indication that was missing from the service manual for certain exhaust fasteners.
Bulletin:
TSB-15-13-002
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
This technical service bulletin, provided to dealers, provides a field fix procedure to address false mil illumination with dtc p2097 stored in the ecm. to minimize false mil illumination, this software update optimizes the target a/f ratio
Bulletin:
TSB-15-23A-002
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
This technical service bulletin, provided to dealers, corrects the hydraulic pressure settings and updates the special tools used in the cvt hydraulic pressure test in the indicated service manuals.
Bulletin:
TSB-15-23-004
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
This technical service bulletin, provided to dealers, adds procedures for disassembly, assembly and cleaning transmission components.
Bulletin:
TSB-15-52A-001
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
This technical service bulletin, provided to dealers, provides the correct torque specification for the 2012 outlander sport service manual. other models' service manuals are updated with information for the outer seat belt on the front pas
Bulletin:
TSB-15-54-001
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
This technical service bulletin, provided to dealers, instructs the dealer to update the hfm software that allows voice recognition to complete before connection to the phone begins, to rectify the condition where the hfm attempts a bluetoo
Bulletin:
TSB-17-32-001
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
This technical service bulletin (tsb), sent to dealers, updates the power plant mount section of the affected service manuals to correct the clamping torque of steering gear and linkage in front crossmember removal and installation.
Bulletin:
FRONTWIPERSYSTEM
Component:
130000 visibility/wiper (pws)
Summary:
This is a worksheet provided to certain dealers to perform a study of the deck garnish, wiper motor connector, and wiper link boots. the parts being studied must also be shipped to mmna for examination.
Bulletin:
FRONTWIPERSYSTEM
Component:
130000 visibility/wiper (pws)
Summary:
This is an example of a completed worksheet provided to certain dealers to perform a study of the deck garnish gaps, wiper motor connector's conditions, and wiper link boots.
Bulletin:
TSB-17-52A-001
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
This is a technical service bulletin, sent to dealers, providing instructions for replacement of the front seat belt stopper buttons.
Bulletin:
TSB-16-54-001
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
This tsb instructs the dealer to update the hfm (hands free module) software to improve the bluetooth® connection with iphone/ipod/ipad when the device is connected to wi‐fi. this update addresses unstable, repeatedly connecting and d
Bulletin:
15-US-01-16
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
This is a parts bulletin informing dealers that the exhaust heat shield parts are available for repairs.
Bulletin:
TSB-17-42A-001
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
This is a technical service bulletin that was provided to dealers, to supercede tsb-15-42a-001, to update the affected possible rust areas and to require photos of the affected areas.
Bulletin:
TIN-17-23-001
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This is a technical information notice sent to dealers, to detail the procedures required after replacing a continuously variable transmission.
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.
Bulletin:
TIN-18-13-001
Component:
354000 equipment:mechanical
Summary:
This is a technical information notice sent to dealers. this notice informs dealers how to address stored dtcs (including p0657) in extremely cold ambient temperatures. dealers can remedy this by replacing the throttle actuator control (tac
Bulletin:
TSB-18-42A-001
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
This is a technical service bulletin sent to dealers. if the vehicle has been washed with high-pressure water, water may intrude and remain in the formed filling material at the joint portion between the inner quarter panel and the inner qu
Bulletin:
TSB-18-52A-001
Component:
151000 seat belts:front
Summary:
This is a technical service bulletin sent to dealers. customers may report the front seat belt fraying as a result of being caught under the seat reclining adjusting lever. this tsb instructs dealers how to replace the front seat belt and r
Bulletin:
TSB-18-54-002
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This is a technical service bulletin sent to dealers. it provides dealers instructions for resolving customer's report that bluetooth pairing code given by the hands free link system does not work for certain smartphone models, namely, sams
Bulletin:
TSB-18-54-003
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This is a technical service bulletin sent to dealers. it provides dealers instructions for reprogramming the etacs ecu with updated software to resolve the issue on certain vehicles experiencing dome light flickering when the vehicle's door

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