Recall Alert: 2009-2010 Mitsubishi Lancer and Outlander, 2010 Lancer Sportback and Lancer Evolution
Vehicles Affected: Approximately 53,400 model-year 2009-10 Mitsubishi Lancer compact sedans manufactured Jan. 12, 2009, to July 6, 2010; model-year 2009-10 Outlander SUVs manufactured Jan. 12, 2009, to Aug. 27, 2010; model-year 2010 Lancer Sportback hatchbacks manufactured June 17, 2009, to June 8, 2010; and model-year 2010 Lancer Evolution compact sedans manufactured July 14, 2009, to Aug. 4, 2010
The Problem: Due to a manufacturing error, the voltage inside the electronic control unit that controls the headlights, taillights and windshield wipers may be unstable. Unstable voltage could result in intermittent failure of the vehicle’s headlights, taillights and windshield wipers, creating reduced visibility for the driver and/or a vehicle that is less visible to other drivers. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash.
The Fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners and dealers will replace the ECU free of charge.
What Owners Should Do: The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners can call Mitsubishi at 888-648-7820 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration vehicle safety hotline at 888-327-4236.
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