Mitsubishi I-miev recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 8, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. recalls 2012–2017 Mitsubishi I-miev

Recall number

19V804000

Brand / firm

Mitsubishi

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,108 units

Why it was recalled

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.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.