Recall 05V-409: 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant

MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Sep 15, 2005, covering about 2,901 vehicles.

NHTSA number
05V-409
Report date
Sep 15, 2005
Vehicles affected
2,901
Owners notified
Oct 3, 2005

The problem

On certain passenger vehicles equipped with anti-lock brakes, the brake master cylinder, which controls the fluid pressure to the vehicle's brakes, may allow brake fluid to bypass internally during stopping.

The risk

This may result in a partial loss of braking, increased stopping distances, and could lead to a vehicle crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. The recall began on october 3, 2005. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

Notes

Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236; (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerMITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number05V409000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mitsubishi Endeavor2005All years
Mitsubishi Galant2005All 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 05V-409?

On certain passenger vehicles equipped with anti-lock brakes, the brake master cylinder, which controls the fluid pressure to the vehicle's brakes, may allow brake fluid to bypass internally during stopping.

How is recall 05V-409 fixed?

Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. The recall began on october 3, 2005. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

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.