Component
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
What Happened
The power steering system in your Outlander is like a hydraulic arm that helps you steer. It's connected to the transmission by a tube that carries a special fluid. In some 2013 models and some older models that got a new transmission, this tube isn't properly secured, which could cause it to rub against the transmission.
Risk if Unfixed
If the power steering fluid leaks out, you'll lose the assistance that helps you steer. This could make it harder to control your vehicle, especially at low speeds, and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Mitsubishi dealer will replace the leak-prone power steering tube and return tube with new ones, at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall 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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