2001 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse and Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant recall: engine

Mitsubishi Caribbean reported this safety recall on September 26, 2000. It covers about 135 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 135
reported: Sep 26, 2000
owners notified: Sep 26, 2000
related complaints: 1

Engine and engine cooling: engine

What is wrong: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The harness for the crankshaft position sensor could come in contact with a new protective shield causing a grounded circuit.
Risk: Prolonged wiring harness contact with the heat shield will cause the wiring insulation to wear and eventually to ground out. This could cause the engine to die-out, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will re-route the crankshaft position sensor harness.

Recall number 00V299003

Affected vehicles

Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse 2001 2001
Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant 2001 2001

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about engine problems.

2001 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse 2001 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant

Questions about recall 00V299003

Is there a recall on the 2001 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse and Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant engine?

Yes. Recall 00V299003, reported on September 26, 2000, covers about 135 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 00V299003?

Dealers will re-route the crankshaft position sensor harness.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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