While driving at approximately 55 MPH driver applied the turn signal and it fell off the steering column onto the floor. Driver must use hand signals when turning. Vehicle is currently out of warranty.
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Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles built with v6 engines to federal emission standards. The power steering fluid feed tube can come in contact with an exhaust manifold mounted heat shield causing a hole to be worn through the power steering pipe allowing fluid leakage.
- Risk
- Leaking power steering fluid can result in a fire and continued loss of fluid will result in a loss of power assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the power steering tube with one having a new routing. Owner notification began march 15, 2002. 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 caribbean at 1‑787‑251‑8715.
Recall number 01V295002 · Recall details
Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A nut in the steering gear assembly was not properly tightened, resulting in symptoms ranging from steering wheel vibration to stiff steering, and in the worst case, no ability to turn left.
- Risk
- A loss of steering control could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect these vehicles and replace the steering gear assembly if a loose nut connection is found.
Recall number 00V225003 · Recall details
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with v6 engines and federal emission equipment. The battery cable harness can become heat damaged by the front exhaust manifold which could cause grounded circuits.
- Risk
- This circuit failure could cause any of the following to occur: (1) the engine will not start because the main fuse will blow if the power lead is grounded; (2) the low oil pressure warning lamp will illuminate if the signal wire is grounded; (3) the airconditioning system will become inoperative if the lead to the magnetic clutch is grounded; and (4) the turn signal/hazard lamps will become inoperative if the voltage monitor lead is grounded.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove and discard a metal manifold bracket (from galant models only - eclipse has no such bracket). Dealers will also inspect the harness. If the harness wires show no damage, the dealer will install a heat insulator along with heat resistant harness clips. If the harness wires do show damage, the dealers will install a new harness with preinstalled integral heat protection.
Recall number 99V333002 · Recall details
Exterior lighting: turn signal: switch
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The column switch levers can become loose or break over time.
- Risk
- Loosening or cracking of the levers can cause directional lamps that do not self-cancel or operate, head lamps that do not turn off, windshield washers that operate continuously and/or windshield wipers that do not operate.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a redesigned switch.
Recall number 99V305002 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2000 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant 16
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd...
- This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load...
- This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of...
- This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd...
- This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to provide instructions and Material Safety Data...
- This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers reminding them of the importance of customer...
- Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers
- This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing that MMNA has recently received...
- This Technical Service Bulletin informs dealers they may find a stain or cloudy spot on the body panels...
- This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
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Is the 2000 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2000 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant, fewer than a typical Galant model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant?
Lights, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2000 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant have?
4 recalls, covering steering, electrical system and exterior lighting.
Was there a recall on the 2000 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant lights?
Yes, 1 recall: 99V305002. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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