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1994-1998 Mitsubishi Montero recall: unknown or other

Mitsubishi America reported this safety recall on September 2, 1998. It covers about 60,243 vehicles.

vehicles affected
60,243
reported
Sep 2, 1998
owners notified
Oct 16, 1998

Unknown or other

What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with accessory cargo mats in the third-seat and cargo area. This cargo mat interferes with the latching integrity of the folding third seats.
Risk
In the event of a crash, an occupant of the third seat may not be properly restrained and could be ejected from the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the third-seat latch and striker. A rectangle will be removed from the cargo mat around each striker to provide adequate striker clearance and proper latching.

Recall number 98V205000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 98V205000

Is there a recall on the 1994-1998 Mitsubishi Montero unknown or other?

Yes. Recall 98V205000, reported on September 2, 1998, covers about 60,243 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 98V205000?

Dealers will inspect the third-seat latch and striker. A rectangle will be removed from the cargo mat around each striker to provide adequate striker clearance and proper latching.

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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