Recall 01V-340: 1999–2001 Mitsubishi Mirage

MITSUBISHI AMERICA recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Nov 5, 2001, covering about 18,630 vehicles.

NHTSA number
01V-340
Report date
Nov 5, 2001
Vehicles affected
18,630
Owners notified
Nov 26, 2001

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The bolt securing the crankshaft pulley can become loose and the pulley could fall off the vehicle.

The risk

The condition can result in a loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the vehicles to insure that the bolt is tightened. For those bolts not properly tightened, the bolt and pulley will be removed and inspected for any indication of damage. Components showing any signs of damage will be replaced and the bolt tightened to the proper torque. Owner notification began november 26, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi america at 1-888-648-7820.

Notes

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerMITSUBISHI AMERICA
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Engine
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number01V340001

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mitsubishi Mirage1999, 2000, 2001All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 01V-340?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The bolt securing the crankshaft pulley can become loose and the pulley could fall off the vehicle.

How is recall 01V-340 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the vehicles to insure that the bolt is tightened. For those bolts not properly tightened, the bolt and pulley will be removed and inspected for any indication of damage. Components showing any signs of damage will be replaced and the bolt tightened to the proper torque. Owner notification began november 26, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi america at 1-888-648-7820.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.