Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recall: Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module:software
Official safety recall 22V563000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | 2019 | United States |
| Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | 2020 | United States |
| Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | 2021 | United States |
| Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | 2022 | United States |
The problem
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with continuously variable transmissions and mechanical key ignition systems. A software error in the transmission control unit (CVT-ECU) may incorrectly reduce the transmission gear ratio at high speeds, which can result in an engine stall.
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The official remedy
Dealers will update the CVT-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-004.