New Vehicle Recall: 2008-2009 Mitsubishi Outlanders and Lancers
Mitsubishi Motors North America is recalling almost 40,000 of its 2008-2009 Outlanders and Lancers due to faulty materials in the brake booster check valve. The valve could stick closed when the engine is shut off. When the engine is restarted and the car is driven slowly, the initial brake assist may not be sufficient. The danger? The distance it takes for your car to stop would be longer than expected, which could result in a crash.
Mitsu dealers will replace the valve free. Owners can call Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236, or go to www.safercar.gov. For reference, the recall number is SR-09-002.
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- Joanne Helperin March 17, 2009, 10:30 AM
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Does this recall affect all Lancers including the Lancer Evolution?
Suby -- The actual recall didn't say specifically which trims, so I assume that all Lancers are suspect. Best to call Mitsu or NHTSA and find out.