2002 Mitsubishi Galant recall: front underhood
Mitsubishi America reported this safety recall on May 29, 2002. It covers about 3,378 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 3,378
- reported
- May 29, 2002
- owners notified
- Jul 8, 2002
- related complaints
- 26
Electrical system: wiring: front underhood
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, routing of the vehicle's front harness can allow it to come in contact with a rough edge, allowing abrasion. This could result in grounded circuits.
- Risk
- There could be a loss of stop or turn signal lamp operation or engine hesitation.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a protector, eliminating any harness contact. Owner notification began july 8, 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 at 1‑800‑222‑0037.
Recall number 02V147000
Affected vehicles
- Mitsubishi Galant 2002 2002
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 26 complaints about electrical problems.
Questions about recall 02V147000
Is there a recall on the 2002 Mitsubishi Galant front underhood?
Yes. Recall 02V147000, reported on May 29, 2002, covers about 3,378 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 02V147000?
Dealers will install a protector, eliminating any harness contact. Owner notification began july 8, 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 at 1‑800‑222‑0037.
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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