CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Lancer, 2008-2012 Outlander, 2010-2012 Lancer Sportback, and 2011-2012 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with either a 4B11 or 4B12 engine. The drive belt automatic tensioner flange may crack, allowing the accessory drive belt to detach.
- Risk
- If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the belt tensioner with one that has an improved shape, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-001.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The drive belt automatic tensioner flange on certain vehicles with a 4B11 or 4B12 engine may crack. If that happens, the accessory drive belt can detach from the engine.
When the belt detaches, the battery can discharge and the engine may stall while driving, which increases the risk of a crash.
The remedy is free: an authorized dealer will replace the belt tensioner with one that has an improved shape. Owners can contact Mitsubishi Motors North America customer service at 1-888-648-7820, and should check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009201020112012 |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback | 201020112012 |
| Mitsubishi Outlander | 20082009201020112012 |
| Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | 20112012 |