NHTSA recall 18V-069 (18V069000)
engine and engine cooling recall reported January 26, 2018 - about 141,053 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V069000
- Also written as
- 18V-069
- Manufacturer number
- SR-18-001
- Reported
- January 26, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~141,053
- Component
- engine and engine cooling
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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 repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-069 when calling a dealer.
Affected 4 models
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.