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2009 MITSUBISHI Outlander ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: Critical

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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Safety Recalls

Critical #18V069000 Plain English
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS

Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
What Happened
The drive belt in your vehicle is a vital connection between your engine and essential accessories. In certain Lancer and Outlander models, the tensioner that keeps the belt in place can crack and fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the belt detaches, your engine will stall, and you'll lose power steering and battery power. This could make it hard to control your vehicle, increasing the risk of a collision.
Free Fix
Your Mitsubishi dealer will swap out the faulty tensioner for a redesigned one that's more reliable. The repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the notice.
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Original — What Happened
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Lancer, 2008-2012 Outlander, 2010-2012 Lancer Sportback, and 2011-2012 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with either a 4B11 or 4B12 engine. The drive belt automatic tensioner flange may crack, allowing the accessory drive belt to detach.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the belt tensioner with one that has an improved shape, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-001.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Critical #14V562000 Plain English
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS

Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
What Happened
The drive belt in your vehicle is what connects the engine to the alternator, cooling fan, and power steering pump. It's a critical part that keeps your engine running smoothly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the belt breaks while you're driving, your battery will drain, causing your engine to stall. This could leave you stranded, and if you're on the road, it could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Mitsubishi dealer will swap out the drive belt for a new, more reliable rubber belt, and replace any excessively worn drive pulleys – all at no cost to you. The repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Lancer, Lancer Evolution, and Outlander; 2009-2011 Lancer Sportback, Lancer Rilliart, and Lancer Sportback Ralliart; and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles. The affected vehicles, manufactured with 4B1 engines, have an engine pulley and belt arrangement for turning the alternator, the cooling fan and the power steering pump (if equipped). These pulleys may experience unusual wear and allow for belt detachment.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the drive belt detaches, the battery may discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive belt with a rubber belt. Drive pulleys that are excessively worn will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-009.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

Other MITSUBISHI Outlander 2009 Recalls

VISIBILITY
4 recalls
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall
STEERING
1 recall
POWER TRAIN
1 recall
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
1 recall
SUSPENSION
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
STRUCTURE
1 recall

Other MITSUBISHI Outlander Years

2019
5 recalls
2018
6 recalls
2017
6 recalls
2016
8 recalls
2015
5 recalls
2014
4 recalls
2013
5 recalls
2012
6 recalls
2011
8 recalls
2010
10 recalls
2008
12 recalls
2007
9 recalls
2006
1 recall
2005
1 recall
2004
4 recalls
2003
6 recalls

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