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1998-1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Mirage recall: air bags

Mitsubishi Caribbean reported this safety recall on November 24, 1999. It covers about 3,000 vehicles.

vehicles affected
3,000
reported
Nov 24, 1999
owners notified
Jan 8, 2000

Air bags

What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Mitsubishi caribbean had replaced the original factory installed mounting bracket bolts of both driver and passenger air bags with aluminum rivets. After air bag deployment, the rivets can loosen or break, causing partial or total displacement of the air bag modules.
Risk
The air bag module could separate from the steering wheel after an air bag activation, increasing the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant.
Remedy
Dealers will replace these rivets with original factory bolts.

Recall number 99V334000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 99V334000

Is there a recall on the 1998-1999 Mitsubishi Caribbean Mirage air bags?

Yes. Recall 99V334000, reported on November 24, 1999, covers about 3,000 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V334000?

Dealers will replace these rivets with original factory bolts.

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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