Your vehicle's fuel tank may be damaged by the parking brake cable, which could lead to rust and a potential fuel leak.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel tank leaks, it could catch fire if there's an ignition source nearby, posing a serious safety risk.
Free Fix
Mitsubishi will replace the parking brake cable and inspect the fuel tank for free, and replace it if necessary, at a dealership of your choice.
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Original — What Happened
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles manufactured January 31, 2014, to September 5, 2014, and 2014-2015 Lancer Ralliart vehicles manufactured February 3, 2014, to September 5, 2014. The affected turbocharged vehicles have a right parking brake cable that may contact the fuel tank, wearing away the tank's protective coating.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Without the protective coating, the fuel tank may rust and leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right parking brake cable, and inspect the fuel tank, free of charge. If the fuel tank's exterior coating shows signs of damage from abrasive contact with the right parking brake cable, the fuel tank will also be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2015. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-15-009.
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle's power steering system may have a problem with the hose and connections. Specifically, there's a chance that it might be too close to a metal bracket, which could cause damage over time.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you might experience increased steering effort, which could make it harder to control your vehicle, increasing the risk of an accident. In the worst case, it could also cause a fire if there's an ignition source like a hot engine or exhaust part nearby.
Free Fix
Mitsubishi will notify you and fix the issue for free. Dealers will check the power steering system to make sure it's not too close to the metal bracket. If it is, they'll replace the entire power steering tube assembly at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2014 Lancer Evolution vehicles manufactured January 31, 2014, through February 21, 2014, and 2014 Lancer Ralliart vehicles manufactured February 3, 2014, through February 14, 2014. The affected vehicles may have insufficient clearance between the power steering pressure tube and the crossmember brace.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Due to abrasion and rust, a hole may develop in the power steering tube, allowing the fluid to leak out, resulting in added steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the leaking fluid increases the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source such as a hot engine or exhaust component.
Original — Remedy
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the power steering tube for sufficient clearance. If the vehicle has insufficient clearance, the power steering tube assembly will be replaced, free of charge. The manufacturer notified owners in July 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-004.
