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2003-2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse, Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder and others recall: fuel pump

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 4, 2003. It covers about 17,087 vehicles.

vehicles affected
17,087
reported
Nov 4, 2003
owners notified
Dec 3, 2003
related complaints
19

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump

What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel return line hose fitting on the electric fuel pump may be restricted, causing excessive fuel pressure to build up in the fuel injection system. Excessive fuel pressure may result in a leak in the fuel return hose.
Risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the fuel pump pressure. Those vehicles exhibiting higher than normal fuel pump pressure will receive fuel pump modifications. The recall began december 3, 2003. Owners should contact mitsubishi at 1‑800‑222‑0037 or mitsubishi caribbean at 1‑800‑981‑0452.

Recall number 03V442000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 19 complaints about fuel system problems.

2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder2003 Mitsubishi Galant

Questions about recall 03V442000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse, Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder and others fuel pump?

Yes. Recall 03V442000, reported on November 4, 2003, covers about 17,087 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V442000?

Dealers will inspect the fuel pump pressure. Those vehicles exhibiting higher than normal fuel pump pressure will receive fuel pump modifications. The recall began december 3, 2003. Owners should contact mitsubishi at 1‑800‑222‑0037 or mitsubishi caribbean at 1‑800‑981‑0452.

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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