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Mitsubishi I-Miev Recall 19V804: Water Can Corrode Brake Vacuum Pump, Causing Loss of Braking Assist

NHTSA campaign 19V804, reported November 8, 2019, 2,108 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Water may get into the brake assist vacuum pump on certain 2012-2017 Mitsubishi i-MiEV vehicles. Over time, this can cause corrosion and the pump can fail.

If the brake vacuum pump fails, the driver will suddenly lose braking assist. This lengthens the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increases the risk of a crash.

The repair is free. Dealers will replace the brake vacuum pump at no charge, and Mitsubishi Motors North America will notify owners. You can contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820 (recall number SR-19-002), and you should check your VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 19V804Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Problem
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2012-2017 i-MiEV vehicles. Water may penetrate the brake assist vacuum pump, causing corrosion and a failure of the brake vacuum pump.
Risk
Without the brake vacuum pump, the driver will experience a sudden loss of braking assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake vacuum pump, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-19-002.
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.

Affected vehicles

Mitsubishi I-Miev201220132014201520162017