2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor and Mitsubishi Galant recall: master cylinder

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on September 15, 2005. It covers about 2,901 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 2,901
reported: Sep 15, 2005
owners notified: Oct 3, 2005
related complaints: 14

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder

What is wrong: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with anti-lock brakes, the brake master cylinder, which controls the fluid pressure to the vehicle's brakes, may allow brake fluid to bypass internally during stopping.
Risk: This may result in a partial loss of braking, increased stopping distances, and could lead to a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. The recall began on october 3, 2005. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1‑800‑222‑0037.

Recall number 05V409000

Affected vehicles

Mitsubishi Endeavor 2005 2005
Mitsubishi Galant 2005 2005

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 14 complaints about brakes problems.

2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 2005 Mitsubishi Galant

Questions about recall 05V409000

Is there a recall on the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor and Mitsubishi Galant master cylinder?

Yes. Recall 05V409000, reported on September 15, 2005, covers about 2,901 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V409000?

Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. The recall began on october 3, 2005. Owners may 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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