Component
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Manufacturer
MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
Your vehicle's front crossmember, a metal piece that provides structural support, might have been made with a thin spot. This can lead to it breaking over time.
Risk if Unfixed
If the crossmember breaks, it can cause a loss of steering control, which increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
The dealership will inspect and replace the crossmember at no cost to you. You can contact Mitsubishi at 888-648-7820 for more information.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE METAL FORMING PART OF THE FRONT CROSSMEMBER MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY STAMPED RESULTING IN THE METAL BECOMING THINNER IN THE CROSS-SECTION THAN SPECIFIED. THIS COULD, OVER TIME, RESULT IN BREAKAGE OF THE CROSSMEMBER.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
BREAKAGE OF THE CROSSMEMBER MAY ALLOW SEPARATION OF THE PASSENGER SIDE LOWER CONTROL ARM, WHICH MAY RESULT IN THE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE CROSSMEMBER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 21, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 888-648-7820.
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