Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. is recalling certain 2012-2017 i-MiEV vehicles
— Recall Campaign #19V804000
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2012-2017 i-MiEV vehicles. Water may penetrate the brake assist vacuum pump, causing corrosion and a failure of the brake vacuum pump.
The recall was influenced by the Office of Defects Investigation with about 2,108 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
19V804000
| Manufacturer: | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. |
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| Recall date: | November 08, 2019 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 19V804000 |
| Units affected: | 2,108 |
- Description:
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2012-2017 i-MiEV vehicles. Water may penetrate the brake assist vacuum pump, causing corrosion and a failure of the brake vacuum pump.
- Consequeces:
- Without the brake vacuum pump, the driver will experience a sudden loss of braking assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake vacuum pump, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-19-002.
- 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.