Recall 08V-139: 2004–2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor

MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Mar 26, 2008, covering about 116,600 vehicles.

NHTSA number
08V-139
Report date
Mar 26, 2008
Vehicles affected
116,600
Owners notified
Jul 7, 2008

The problem

Mitsubishi is recalling 120,000 my 2004-2006 endeavor passenger vehicles. During vehicle use, the ignition key interlock cable (Which is a component of the interlock system) may allow the interlocking cam to fall forward and allow the ignition key to be removed from the ignition switch when the gearshift mechanism is not in the park position.

The risk

If the driver does not shift to park before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and correct these vehicles for the reported condition. The recall will begin on july 7, 2008. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.

Notes

Mitsubishi recall no. Sr-08-003.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.
ComponentElectrical System › Ignition
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number08V139000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mitsubishi Endeavor2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008All 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 08V-139?

Mitsubishi is recalling 120,000 my 2004-2006 endeavor passenger vehicles. During vehicle use, the ignition key interlock cable (Which is a component of the interlock system) may allow the interlocking cam to fall forward and allow the ignition key to be removed from the ignition switch when the gearshift mechanism is not in the park position.

How is recall 08V-139 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and correct these vehicles for the reported condition. The recall will begin on july 7, 2008. Owners may contact mitsubishi 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.