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2008-2012 Mitsubishi Lancer, Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback and others recall: belts and associated pulleys

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on January 26, 2018. It covers about 141,053 vehicles.

vehicles affected
141,053
reported
Jan 26, 2018
owners notified
Mar 27, 2018
related complaints
140

Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys

What is wrong
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Lancer, 2008-2012 Outlander, 2010-2012 Lancer Sportback, and 2011-2012 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with either a 4B11 or 4B12 engine. The drive belt automatic tensioner flange may crack, allowing the accessory drive belt to detach.
Risk
If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the belt tensioner with one that has an improved shape, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1‑888‑648‑7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-001.

Recall number 18V069000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 140 complaints about engine problems.

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer2010 Mitsubishi Lancer2011 Mitsubishi Lancer2010 Mitsubishi Outlander2011 Mitsubishi Outlander2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Questions about recall 18V069000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2012 Mitsubishi Lancer, Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback and others belts and associated pulleys?

Yes. Recall 18V069000, reported on January 26, 2018, covers about 141,053 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V069000?

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the belt tensioner with one that has an improved shape, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1‑888‑648‑7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-001.

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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