Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2013
Updated on March 31, 2026.
There were 7 safety recalls made by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. in 2013. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
September 19, 2013
(Campaign #: SR-13-009)
Clutch Master Cylinder Failure
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Lancer Evolution vehicles manufactured from December 12, 2007, through March 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the clutch master cylinder can fail.
NHTSA ID: 13V446000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 10,474
Consequence Summary:
Failure of the clutch master cylinder reduces the ability to shift the vehicle into or out of gear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected clutch master cylinders free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's campaign number for this recall is SR-13-009.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 58.01
July 8, 2013
(Campaign #: SR-13-008)
Strut Stabilizer Link Bracket May Disconnect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2013 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured January 17, 2013, through January 25, 2013. The stabilizer link bracket on the left front strut was improperly welded. As a result, the link may detach and cause damage to the tire and/or brake hose.
NHTSA ID: 13V300000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 305
Consequence Summary:
If the stabilizer link bracket damages the tire and/or brake line, the driver may have more difficulty controlling the steering of the vehicle, or the vehicle may require a longer stopping distance to come to a complete and controlled stop. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the front left strut assembly free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2013. Owners may contact MMNA at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's recall number is SR-13-008.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
June 20, 2013
(Campaign #: SR-13-007)
Panoramic Glass Roof May Detach
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured August 26, 2010, through March 29, 2011. The panoramic glass roof may have been installed without primer being applied before the adhesive.
NHTSA ID: 13V255000
Component: VISIBILITY
# of Units Affected: 3,181
Consequence Summary:
Without primer being used, the panoramic glass roof may have reduced adhesion, possibly allowing the glass roof to detach from the vehicle, resulting in a road hazard to other vehicles.
Corrective Action:
MMNA will notify owners and dealers will inspect the panoramic glass to see if primer was installed. If primer is not present, the glass will be reinstalled. The recall began on July 8, 2013. MMNA's recall number is SR-13-007. Customers may contact MMNA at 1-888-648-7820.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
June 7, 2013
(Campaign #: SR-13-006)
Replacement Battery may cause Stall
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain replacement lithium-ion batteries installed on certain 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV vehicles. The batteries were manufactured December 18, 2012, through December 21, 2012. The batteries may have internal contamination possibly causing reduced voltage. Also, the batteries may also develop a short-circuit during charging.
NHTSA ID: 13E031000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 2
Consequence Summary:
Internal contamination of the battery may cause reduced voltage resulting in a stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Mitsubishi will notify the owners instructing them to take their vehicle to a dealer where the batteries will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on June 14, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0307. Mitsubishi's recall number is SR-13-006.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
March 29, 2013
(Campaign #: SR-13-005)
Fuel Gauge may Read Incorrectly
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 Outlander Sport AWD vehicles manufactured June 11, 2012, through December 11, 2012. These vehicles may have been built without a fuel sending unit harness for the sub-sending unit. This may result in a false fuel tank level reading.
NHTSA ID: 13V112000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 3,724
Consequence Summary:
The vehicle operator may believe they have fuel when the tank is actually empty. This could cause the engine to stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will install the proper fuel sending harness, free of charge. The recall began on April 18, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's campaign recall number is SR-13-005.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
March 29, 2013
(Campaign #: SR-13-004)
Stop Lamp Switch/FMVSS 108, 114
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured June 11, 2012, through September 11, 2012. These vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," and FMVSS number 114, "Theft Protection." The brake stop lamps may illuminate continuously or intermittently. The shift lever could also be moved out of Park without depressing the brake pedal.
NHTSA ID: 13V116000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 4,539
Consequence Summary:
If the brake lamps do not illuminate properly other vehicles may not know when the vehicle is stopping. This could increase the risk of a crash. If the shift lever is moved from park without using the brake, the vehicle may roll causing personal injury.
Corrective Action:
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will correct the installation of the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The recall BEGAN ON April 18, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's campaign recall number is SR-13-004.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
January 25, 2013
(Campaign #: SR-13-001)
Vacuum Pump may Fail/Increased Stopping Distances
Mitsubishi Motors North America is recalling certain model year 2012 i-MiEV electric vehicles manufactured December 2, 2011, through September 7, 2012. The brake system vacuum pump may fail, causing the vacuum pump to be inoperable.
NHTSA ID: 13V031000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 1,402
Consequence Summary:
If the vaccum pump system fails, it will reduce available brake power which would result in lengthened stopping distances, which may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action:
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected vacuum pumps free of charge. The recall began on February 28, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
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