Mitsubishi Outlander: Door Latching Mechanism May Malfunction In Hot Temperatures
Mitsubishi Outlander Door Latch Recall Summary Mitsubishi is recalling 55,254 Outlander, ASX, and Outlander PHEV vehicles because the door latch mechanism can malfunction in hot temperatures, potentially causing doors to open while driving. Depending on the vehicle, either both front door latches or all four door latches will need to be replaced with modified assemblies. This recall affects vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom.
- Recalling firm
- MITSUBISHI
- Product
- Vehicles: MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER, MITSUBISHI ASX, MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER PHEV. Units affected: 55,254
- Reason
- The locking mechanism in the door latch assembly may not operate properly in high temperatures. As a result the door may latch correctly and may unintentionally open whilst driving. Remedy: A modified assembly is available and depending on vehicle identification number the remedy is to replace either both O/S door latches or on all four doors.
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2018-02-19
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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