Recall 18V071000: 2008–2010 Mitsubishi Lancer, 2009–2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback +1 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jan 26, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 56,641
- Models
- 4
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
If the sunroof glass detaches from the assembly while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Notes
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
- 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
- 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
- 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
- 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
- 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback
- 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
- 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
- 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
- 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V071000
- Manufacturer campaign
- SR-18-003
- Manufacturer
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Feb 27, 2018
- Components
- Visibility:sun/moon roof assembly (Visibility & Wipers)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology