2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse recall: master cylinder
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on June 27, 2005. It covers about 3,760 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 3,760
- reported
- Jun 27, 2005
- owners notified
- Jun 28, 2005
- related complaints
- 71
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, one of four seals inside the master cylinder may have been installed improperly. As a result, the master cylinder may unexpectedly by-pass hydraulic braking force pressure and allow a longer than normal pedal stroke.
- Risk
- Should this condition occur, the braking distance required to stop the vehicle may increase and could lead to a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the master cylinder assembly free of charge. The recall began june 28, 2005. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1‑888‑648‑7820.
Recall number 05V299000
Affected vehicles
- Mitsubishi Eclipse 2006 2006
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 71 complaints about brakes problems.
Questions about recall 05V299000
Is there a recall on the 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse master cylinder?
Yes. Recall 05V299000, reported on June 27, 2005, covers about 3,760 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 05V299000?
Dealers will replace the master cylinder assembly free of charge. The recall began june 28, 2005. Owners may 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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