Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connectionsRecall 14V-366 · 2007–2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. recall 14V-366 covers 203 2007–2013 Mitsubishi Outlander for a hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections problem, reported to NHTSA on June 25, 2014. The manufacturer's latest report (2015 Q4) shows 74% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 14V366000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 Outlander vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Additionally, Mitusbishi is recalling certain 2007-2012 Outlander vehicles that received replacement 6-speed automatic transmissions during servicing. The transmissions in these vehicles have insufficient clearance between the power steering pressure tube and the converter housing of the automatic transmission. As a result of the contact, the power steering pressure tube may develop a hole and leak power steering fluid.
The risk
A power steering fluid leak could result in a loss of steering assistance, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pressure tube and return tube, free of charge. The recall began in August 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-006.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
74%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.