NHTSA recall 16V-791 (16V791000)
visibility recall reported October 31, 2016 - about 100,082 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 16V791000
- Also written as
- 16V-791
- Manufacturer number
- SR-16-009
- Reported
- October 31, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- ~100,082
- Component
- visibility
What is being recalled
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles manufactured September 8, 2006, to March 29, 2013. In the affected vehicles, water may enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the wiper link separating and the wipers becoming inoperative.
Why it is dangerous
Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rubber boot on the ball joint to prevent water intrusion. Additionally, they will inspect the wiper motor crank arm for excessive play, replacing it as necessary. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-009.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 16V-791 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.