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NHTSA 17V461000 United States

Mitsubishi Outlander recall: Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor

Official safety recall 17V461000 published by NHTSA.

High risk

Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.

Campaign17V461000
ComponentVisibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor
Report date2017-07-20
ManufacturerMitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
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Affected vehicles

VehicleModel yearMarket
Mitsubishi Outlander2011United States
Mitsubishi Outlander2012United States
Mitsubishi Outlander2013United States

The problem

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles. In the affected vehicles, water may drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole. The water may cause internal corrosion of the windshield wiper motor and the possible failure of the motor.

Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The official remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-003.