Mitsubishi Motors

NHTSA Recall Campaign ID 01V340001

Also Mitsubishi Recall No. SR-01-010

Source:
http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/recalls/

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November 2001

Mitsubishi America

Mitsubishi Mirage 1999

Mitsubishi Mirage 2000

Mitsubishi Mirage 2001

Number Potentially Involved: 18,630

Dates of Manufacture: (Not on NHTSA file)

Defect: On certain passenger vehicles, the bolt securing the crankshaft pulley can become loose, and the pulley could fall off the vehicle, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles to insure that the bolt is tightened. For those bolts not properly tightened, the bolt and pulley will be removed and inspected for any indication of damage. Components showing any signs of damage will be replaced and the bolt tightened to the proper torque. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification began Nov. 26, 2001. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.

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(Last Updated: February 15, 2004.)