Mitsubishi Outlander: Short Circuit May Occur
Mitsubishi Outlander Recall Summary Mitsubishi is recalling 9,369 Outlander vehicles because the engine wiring harness can wear against a security bracket, potentially causing a short circuit. This could make the starter motor engage while the vehicle is driving, causing it to overheat and possibly catch fire. Mitsubishi will inspect and insulate the wiring in affected vehicles.
- Recalling firm
- MITSUBISHI
- Product
- Vehicles: MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. Units affected: 9,369
- Reason
- It is possible for the engine wiring harness to chaff on a security bracket. If this is allowed to continue this could result in a short circuit in the starter motor circuit which can cause the starter to operate whilst the vehicle is being driven. This will cause the starter to overheat and possibly cause a fire. Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles to inspect and insulate the wiring if required.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2010-08-18
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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