Mitsubishi Lancer: Inability To Change Gear

Recall Summary Mitsubishi is recalling 575 Lancer vehicles in the United Kingdom because a pin in the gear shift control can become loose and fall out, preventing drivers from changing gears. Dealers will check if the pin is tight and either replace the gear shift set or add a secondary locking mechanism to prevent the pin from falling out.

Recalling firm
MITSUBISHI
Product
Vehicles: MITSUBISHI LANCER. Units affected: 575
Reason
Due to insecure fitment of the pin in the gear shift control set there is a possibility that the pin could could fall out making it impossible to change gear. Remedy: Check the tightness of the gear shift pin if loose fit a new gear shift set. If the pin is tight a secondary locking arrangement will be fitted as a precaution.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2003-10-31
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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