Recall 99V-305: 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 1999–2000 Mitsubishi Galant

MITSUBISHI AMERICA recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Nov 1, 1999, covering about 98,817 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-305
Report date
Nov 1, 1999
Vehicles affected
98,817
Owners notified
Dec 13, 1999

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The column switch levers can become loose or break over time.

The risk

Loosening or cracking of the levers can cause directional lamps that do not self-cancel or operate, head lamps that do not turn off, windshield washers that operate continuously and/or windshield wipers that do not operate.

The fix

Dealers will install a redesigned switch.

Notes

Mitsubishi recall no. Sr-99-003.owner notification began december 13, 1999. 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 at 1-800-222-0037.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
ComponentVisibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Switch/Wiring
Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal › Switch
Exterior Lighting › Headlights › Switch
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number99V305001

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mitsubishi Eclipse2000All years
Mitsubishi Galant1999, 2000All 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 99V-305?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The column switch levers can become loose or break over time.

How is recall 99V-305 fixed?

Dealers will install a redesigned switch.

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.