SR-17-002 – Doors may Open Unexpectedly – 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander & Outlander Sport

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V233

Manufacturer  Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Components  LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Potential Number of Units Affected 35,674

Doors may Open Unexpectedly

If a door opens while the vehicle is being driven, it can increase the risk of injury.

Summary

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles.

The inside door latch mechanisms may not latch securely in high temperatures, allowing the doors to open while vehicle is in motion.

Remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door latches, free of charge.

The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.

Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820.

MMNA’s number for this recall is SR-17-002.

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.

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