Recall 14V-562: 2010 Mitsubishi > Lancer Sportback Rallia, 2008–2011 Mitsubishi Lancer and 7 more
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Sep 12, 2014, covering about 165,923 vehicles.
The problem
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Lancer, Lancer Evolution, and Outlander; 2009-2011 Lancer Sportback, Lancer Rilliart, and Lancer Sportback Ralliart; and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles. The affected vehicles, manufactured with 4B1 engines, have an engine pulley and belt arrangement for turning the alternator, the cooling fan and the power steering pump (if equipped). These pulleys may experience unusual wear and allow for belt detachment.
The risk
If the drive belt detaches, the battery may discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive belt with a rubber belt. Drive pulleys that are excessively worn will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-009.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and Associated Pulleys |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 14V562000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi > Lancer Sportback Rallia | 2010 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Lancer | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Lancer Raliart | 2010 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart | 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback | 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback Ralliart | 2009, 2011 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Outlander | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | 2011 | 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 14V-562?
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Lancer, Lancer Evolution, and Outlander; 2009-2011 Lancer Sportback, Lancer Rilliart, and Lancer Sportback Ralliart; and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles. The affected vehicles, manufactured with 4B1 engines, have an engine pulley and belt arrangement for turning the alternator, the cooling fan and the power steering pump (if equipped). These pulleys may experience unusual wear and allow for belt detachment.
How is recall 14V-562 fixed?
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive belt with a rubber belt. Drive pulleys that are excessively worn will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-009.
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.