Mitsubishi Outlander: Internal Combustion Engine May Not Perform As Expected

Mitsubishi Outlander Recall Summary Mitsubishi is recalling 14,242 Outlander vehicles because the internal combustion engine may not operate correctly, which can trigger warning lights and error codes on the dashboard. In severe cases, the engine may fail to start or charge the main traction battery, potentially leaving the vehicle without power. The manufacturer will apply software updates to the engine control unit and replace the spark plugs to fix the issue.

Recalling firm

MITSUBISHI

Product

Vehicles: MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. Units affected: 14,242

Reason

The Internal Combustion Engine may not operate correctly. DTC�s will be generated the engine-warning lamp will illuminate and the combination meter will display a message. In the worst case the internal combustion engine will fail to start and charge the main traction battery. If the warnings are ignored the main traction battery will become depleted and the vehicle will lose all drive. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and apply countermeasure software to the ECU and replace the spark plugs with ones of approved specification.

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2017-07-03

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/2d360df9-46a2-433a-a986-a7e16703f903