Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013 Outlander Sport
— Recall Campaign #13V112000
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 Outlander Sport AWD vehicles manufactured June 11, 2012, through December 11, 2012. These vehicles may have been built without a fuel sending unit harness for the sub-sending unit. This may result in a false fuel tank level reading.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 3,724 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
13V112000
| Manufacturer: | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | March 29, 2013 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 13V112000 |
| Units affected: | 3,724 |
- Description:
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 Outlander Sport AWD vehicles manufactured June 11, 2012, through December 11, 2012. These vehicles may have been built without a fuel sending unit harness for the sub-sending unit. This may result in a false fuel tank level reading.
- Consequeces:
- The vehicle operator may believe they have fuel when the tank is actually empty. This could cause the engine to stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will install the proper fuel sending harness, free of charge. The recall began on April 18, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's campaign recall number is SR-13-005.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.