Recall 16V563000
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Defect Description
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles and 2016 Outlander and Lancer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) that, in certain driving conditions, may cause a delay in the vehicle accelerating.
Safety Consequence
A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the CVT control unit with modified software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-006.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | MITSUBISHI | OUTLANDER SPORT |
| 2016 | MITSUBISHI | LANCER |
| 2016 | MITSUBISHI | OUTLANDER |
| 2016 | MITSUBISHI | OUTLANDER SPORT |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.