Component
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
What Happened
The power steering system in your Outlander uses hydraulic pressure to help you steer. The hose that carries this pressure is near the transmission and could develop a hole if it's too close.
Risk if Unfixed
If the hose develops a hole, you'll lose power steering assistance while driving. This means it could be harder to steer, which increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Mitsubishi dealer will replace the faulty hose and return tube with new ones, at no cost to you. This repair is included in the recall, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the notice.
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Original — What Happened
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 Outlander vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Additionally, Mitusbishi is recalling certain 2007-2012 Outlander vehicles that received replacement 6-speed automatic transmissions during servicing. The transmissions in these vehicles have insufficient clearance between the power steering pressure tube and the converter housing of the automatic transmission. As a result of the contact, the power steering pressure tube may develop a hole and leak power steering fluid.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A power steering fluid leak could result in a loss of steering assistance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pressure tube and return tube, free of charge. The recall began in August 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-006.
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