Mitsubishi Outlander recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 20, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. recalls 2007–2013 Mitsubishi Outlander

Recall number

17V461000

Brand / firm

Mitsubishi

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 100,082 units

Why it was recalled

Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles. In the affected vehicles, water may drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole. The water may cause internal corrosion of the windshield wiper motor and the possible failure of the motor.

What to do

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-003.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.