Mitsubishi Lancer recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 28, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. recalls 2015–2016 Mitsubishi Lancer, Outlander Sport, Outlander

Recall number

16V563000

Brand / firm

Mitsubishi

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 82,436 units

Why it was recalled

A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles and 2016 Outlander and Lancer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) that, in certain driving conditions, may cause a delay in the vehicle accelerating.

What to do

MMNA has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the CVT control unit with modified software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-006.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.