Is the 2003 MITSUBISHI Outlander safe to drive?

The 2003 MITSUBISHI Outlander has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 03V194000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH

What Happened

Water may enter your vehicle through openings in the side sill or upper dash area, potentially causing electrical corrosion in the wiring under your front seat.

Risk if Unfixed

If not fixed, this could lead to malfunctioning seat belt pre-tensioner, non-deployment of side air bags, or brake lamps that may not work or give false signals.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Dealers will inspect and seal any openings, inspect wiring connectors for corrosion, and replace the floor harness if damaged. This is a free service, and you should contact the dealership to schedule an appointment.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #03V194000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 03V194000

What This Recall Means

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?