NHTSA recall 18V-071 (18V071000)
visibility recall reported January 26, 2018 - about 56,641 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V071000
- Also written as
- 18V-071
- Manufacturer number
- SR-18-003
- Reported
- January 26, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~56,641
- Component
- visibility
What is being recalled
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2007-2010 Outlander, 2008-2010 Lancer, 2009-2010 Lancer Evolution, and 2010 Lancer Sportback vehicles equipped with sunroofs. The sunroof glass may detach from the sunroof assembly, becoming a road hazard to other vehicles.
Why it is dangerous
If the sunroof glass detaches from the assembly while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sunroof glass assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-003.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-071 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.