NHTSA recall 22V-563 (22V563000)
power train recall reported August 2, 2022 - about 76,508 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 22V563000
- Also written as
- 22V-563
- Manufacturer number
- SR-22-004
- Reported
- August 2, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- ~76,508
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with continuously variable transmissions and mechanical key ignition systems. A software error in the transmission control unit (CVT-ECU) may incorrectly reduce the transmission gear ratio at high speeds, which can result in an engine stall.
Why it is dangerous
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will update the CVT-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-004.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-563 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.