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2003-2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor and Mitsubishi Outlander recall: trailer hitches

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on April 26, 2004. It covers about 2,175 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,175
reported
Apr 26, 2004
owners notified
May 28, 2004

Trailer hitches

What is wrong
Certain sport utility vehicles may have been equipped with dealer-installed trailer hitch wiring harness and control module. The electronic control module can overheat.
Risk
Overheating of the trailer hitch wiring harness module could result in a fire.
Remedy
Owners are being requested to stop using the harness until a newly designed replacement is provided and can be installed by the dealer. The recall began on may 28, 2004. Owners should contact mitsubishi at 1‑888‑648‑7820.

Recall number 04V197000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 04V197000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor and Mitsubishi Outlander trailer hitches?

Yes. Recall 04V197000, reported on April 26, 2004, covers about 2,175 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V197000?

Owners are being requested to stop using the harness until a newly designed replacement is provided and can be installed by the dealer. The recall began on may 28, 2004. Owners should contact mitsubishi 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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