Recall 08V-454: 2005–2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder and 2 more
MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Sep 9, 2008, covering about 45,988 vehicles.
The problem
Mitsubishi is recalling 45,988 my 2005-2007 endeavor, galant, eclipse coupe, and my 2007 eclipse spyder vehicles. The bracket that is the attachment point for the left rear fuel tank mounting strap may have been improperly formed during a metal stamping process. The process may have caused the metal to have a split in the area where the bolt that holds one of the two fuel tank straps to the underside of the vehicle is located. In the event the fuel tank is full and the vehicle is subject to a severe collision, the bracket may break and allow the fuel tank to drop down, possibly causing a fuel leak.
The risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect to see if the left rear fuel tank strap mounting bracket has splitting beyond a specific limit. Vehicles with moderate to severe splitting will be repaired using a reinforcement cap, a special structural adhesive, and a rivet to reinforce the fuel tank mounting bracket. The recall began on september 20, 2008. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Notes
Mitsubishi recall no. Sr-08-005.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
| Manufacturer | MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V454000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder | 2007 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Galant | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All 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-454?
Mitsubishi is recalling 45,988 my 2005-2007 endeavor, galant, eclipse coupe, and my 2007 eclipse spyder vehicles. The bracket that is the attachment point for the left rear fuel tank mounting strap may have been improperly formed during a metal stamping process. The process may have caused the metal to have a split in the area where the bolt that holds one of the two fuel tank straps to the underside of the vehicle is located. In the event the fuel tank is full and the vehicle is subject to a severe collision, the bracket may break and allow the fuel tank to drop down, possibly causing a fuel leak.
How is recall 08V-454 fixed?
Dealers will inspect to see if the left rear fuel tank strap mounting bracket has splitting beyond a specific limit. Vehicles with moderate to severe splitting will be repaired using a reinforcement cap, a special structural adhesive, and a rivet to reinforce the fuel tank mounting bracket. The recall began on september 20, 2008. 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.