2016 Mitsubishi Outlander and Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recall: latch
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on April 6, 2017. It covers about 35,674 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 35,674
- reported
- Apr 6, 2017
- owners notified
- Aug 25, 2017
- related complaints
- 8
Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch
- What is wrong
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles. The inside door latch mechanisms may not latch securely in high temperatures, allowing the doors to open while vehicle is in motion.
- Risk
- If a door opens while the vehicle is being driven, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door latches, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1‑888‑648‑7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-002.
Recall number 17V233000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 8 complaints about locks problems.
Questions about recall 17V233000
Is there a recall on the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander and Mitsubishi Outlander Sport latch?
Yes. Recall 17V233000, reported on April 6, 2017, covers about 35,674 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 17V233000?
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door latches, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1‑888‑648‑7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-002.
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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