1999-2001 Mitsubishi Mirage recall: engine

Mitsubishi America reported this safety recall on November 5, 2001. It covers about 18,630 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 18,630
reported: Nov 5, 2001
owners notified: Nov 26, 2001
related complaints: 19

Engine and engine cooling: engine

What is wrong: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The bolt securing the crankshaft pulley can become loose and the pulley could fall off the vehicle.
Risk: The condition can result in a loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles to insure that the bolt is tightened. For those bolts not properly tightened, the bolt and pulley will be removed and inspected for any indication of damage. Components showing any signs of damage will be replaced and the bolt tightened to the proper torque. Owner notification began november 26, 2001. 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 america at 1‑888‑648‑7820.

Recall number 01V340001

Affected vehicles

Mitsubishi Mirage 1999-2001 1999 2000 2001

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 19 complaints about engine problems.

1999 Mitsubishi Mirage 2000 Mitsubishi Mirage 2001 Mitsubishi Mirage

Questions about recall 01V340001

Is there a recall on the 1999-2001 Mitsubishi Mirage engine?

Yes. Recall 01V340001, reported on November 5, 2001, covers about 18,630 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V340001?

Dealers will inspect the vehicles to insure that the bolt is tightened. For those bolts not properly tightened, the bolt and pulley will be removed and inspected for any indication of damage. Components showing any signs of damage will be replaced and the bolt tightened to the proper torque. Owner notification began november 26, 2001. 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 america at 1‑888‑648‑7820.

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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