Body: roof and pillarsRecall 21V-821 · 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. recall 21V-821 covers 1 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander for a body: roof and pillars problem, reported to NHTSA on October 18, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q3) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V821000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling one 2022 Outlander vehicle. A software programming error with a welding robot may have caused the vehicle's center pillar to be welded incorrectly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages" and 216, "Roof Crush Resistance."
The risk
In the event of a crash, the reduced strength of the vehicle body may increase the risk of injury.
The fix
MMNA will repurchase and replace the affected vehicle, free of charge. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-21-009.
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
100%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.