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2005 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Master Cylinder

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles equipped with anti-lock brakes, the brake master cylinder, which controls the fluid pressure to the vehicle's brakes, may allow brake fluid to bypass internally during stopping.

Corrective Action

this may result in a partial loss of braking, increased stopping distances, and could lead to a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. the recall began on october 3, 2005. owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

2003 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Equipment:Other:Labels

Consequence of Defect

certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' the bilingual english/spanish removable air bag warning labels affixed to the dash and to the sunvisor do not meet the size requirements of the standard.

Corrective Action

this does not meet the requirements of the standard.

Recall Notes

mitsubishi caribbean will mail a customer notification letter containing a written description and a graphic of the bi-lingual dashboard air bag warning label. in addition, all current 2000-2004 nativa owners will also receive replacement air bag alert labels for the sun visors. this recall is expected to begin during march or april 2005. the notification to the nativa owners is expected to begin during april or may 2005. owners should contact mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715.

2003 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, the fuel return line hose fitting on the electric fuel pump may be restricted, causing excessive fuel pressure to build up in the fuel injection system. excessive fuel pressure may result in a leak in the fuel return hose.

Corrective Action

fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the fuel pump pressure. those vehicles exhibiting higher than normal fuel pump pressure will receive fuel pump modifications. the recall began december 3, 2003. owners should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037 or mitsubishi caribbean at 1-800-981-0452.

2002 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Equipment:Other:Labels

Consequence of Defect

certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' the bilingual english/spanish removable air bag warning labels affixed to the dash and to the sunvisor do not meet the size requirements of the standard.

Corrective Action

this does not meet the requirements of the standard.

Recall Notes

mitsubishi caribbean will mail a customer notification letter containing a written description and a graphic of the bi-lingual dashboard air bag warning label. in addition, all current 2000-2004 nativa owners will also receive replacement air bag alert labels for the sun visors. this recall is expected to begin during march or april 2005. the notification to the nativa owners is expected to begin during april or may 2005. owners should contact mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715.

2002 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, routing of the vehicle's front harness can allow it to come in contact with a rough edge, allowing abrasion. this could result in grounded circuits.

Corrective Action

there could be a loss of stop or turn signal lamp operation or engine hesitation.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a protector, eliminating any harness contact. owner notification began july 8, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

2001 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. a bulge in the fuel tank caused by the manufacturing process resulted in thinning of the material during a welding operation, increasing the risk of fuel leakage.

Corrective Action

fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly. owner notification began march 26, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

2001 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Equipment:Other:Labels

Consequence of Defect

certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' the bilingual english/spanish removable air bag warning labels affixed to the dash and to the sunvisor do not meet the size requirements of the standard.

Corrective Action

this does not meet the requirements of the standard.

Recall Notes

mitsubishi caribbean will mail a customer notification letter containing a written description and a graphic of the bi-lingual dashboard air bag warning label. in addition, all current 2000-2004 nativa owners will also receive replacement air bag alert labels for the sun visors. this recall is expected to begin during march or april 2005. the notification to the nativa owners is expected to begin during april or may 2005. owners should contact mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715.

2001 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. a hose was mis-manufactured and could weaken over time, which could result in leakage of the automatic transmission fluid.

Corrective Action

fluid leakage from the cooler hoses can cause transaxle driveability problems and smoke if the oil contacts the front exhaust pipe.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the hose assembly for the automatic transmission oil cooler. owner notification mailing will be phased over a five-month period starting march 26, through july 23, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

2001 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Seats

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. a number of incorrect driver side seat mounting bolts were installed into vehicles.

Corrective Action

the rear anchor bolts securing the driver's seat may not properly secure the seat and could increase the risk of driver injury in an accident.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the seat mounting bolts and then replace the bolts if necessary. owner notification began february 15, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

2001 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the outer layer only of this 3-layer fuel return hose does not contain the desired ozone protection due to a processing error.

Corrective Action

this hose is considered to be inadequate.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the fuel return hose.

2001 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Electrical System:Wiring: Rear Compartment/Trunk

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the routing of the wiring harness under the right and left side of the rear seat could allow the harness to contact the body. the wires in each harness control the stop lamp circuit, back-up lamp circuit, and the turn lamp circuit.

Corrective Action

if any of these wires become short-circuited, the interior lamps, turn signal lamps, and rear stop lamps could stop working. this would fail to warn a following driver that the vehicle is turning or braking and could lead to a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will re-route and secure the harnesses and, if necessary, repair any pre-existing wire insulation damage.

2001 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the harness for the crankshaft position sensor could come in contact with a new protective shield causing a grounded circuit.

Corrective Action

prolonged wiring harness contact with the heat shield will cause the wiring insulation to wear and eventually to ground out. this could cause the engine to die-out, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will re-route the crankshaft position sensor harness.

2000 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles built with v6 engines to federal emission standards. the power steering fluid feed tube can come in contact with an exhaust manifold mounted heat shield causing a hole to be worn through the power steering pipe allowing fluid leakage.

Corrective Action

leaking power steering fluid can result in a fire and continued loss of fluid will result in a loss of power assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the power steering tube with one having a new routing. owner notification began november 26, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi america at 1-800-222-0037.

2000 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. a nut in the steering gear assembly was not properly tightened, resulting in symptoms ranging from steering wheel vibration to stiff steering, and in the worst case, no ability to turn left.

Corrective Action

a loss of steering control could increase the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect these vehicles and replace the steering gear assembly if a loose nut connection is found.

2000 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Equipment:Other:Labels

Consequence of Defect

certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' the bilingual english/spanish removable air bag warning labels affixed to the dash and to the sunvisor do not meet the size requirements of the standard.

Corrective Action

this does not meet the requirements of the standard.

Recall Notes

mitsubishi caribbean will mail a customer notification letter containing a written description and a graphic of the bi-lingual dashboard air bag warning label. in addition, all current 2000-2004 nativa owners will also receive replacement air bag alert labels for the sun visors. this recall is expected to begin during march or april 2005. the notification to the nativa owners is expected to begin during april or may 2005. owners should contact mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715.

2000 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. a hose was mis-manufactured and could weaken over time, which could result in leakage of the automatic transmission fluid.

Corrective Action

fluid leakage from the cooler hoses can cause transaxle driveability problems and smoke if the oil contacts the front exhaust pipe.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the hose assembly for the automatic transmission oil cooler. owner notification mailing will be phased over a five-month period starting march 26, through july 23, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

2000 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Electrical System:Battery:Cables

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with v6 engines and federal emission equipment. the battery cable harness can become heat damaged by the front exhaust manifold which could cause grounded circuits.

Corrective Action

this circuit failure could cause any of the following to occur: (1) the engine will not start because the main fuse will blow if the power lead is grounded; (2) the low oil pressure warning lamp will illuminate if the signal wire is grounded; (3) the airconditioning system will become inoperative if the lead to the magnetic clutch is grounded; and (4) the turn signal/hazard lamps will become inoperative if the voltage monitor lead is grounded.

Recall Notes

dealers will remove and discard a metal manifold bracket (from galant models only - eclipse has no such bracket). dealers will also inspect the harness. if the harness wires show no damage, the dealer will install a heat insulator along with heat resistant harness clips. if the harness wires do show damage, the dealers will install a new harness with preinstalled integral heat protection.

2000 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the column switch levers can become loose or break over time.

Corrective Action

loosening or cracking of the levers can cause directional lamps that do not self-cancel or operate, head lamps that do not turn off, windshield washers that operate continuously and/or windshield wipers that do not operate.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a redesigned switch.

2000 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal:Switch

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the column switch levers can become loose or break over time.

Corrective Action

loosening or cracking of the levers can cause directional lamps that do not self-cancel or operate, head lamps that do not turn off, windshield washers that operate continuously and/or windshield wipers that do not operate.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a redesigned switch.

2000 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Switch/Wiring

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the column switch levers can become loose or break over time.

Corrective Action

loosening or cracking of the levers can cause directional lamps that do not self-cancel or operate, head lamps that do not turn off, windshield washers that operate continuously and/or windshield wipers that do not operate.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a redesigned switch.

1999 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. a nut in the steering gear assembly was not properly tightened, resulting in symptoms ranging from steering wheel vibration to stiff steering, and in the worst case, no ability to turn left.

Corrective Action

a loss of steering control could increase the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect these vehicles and replace the steering gear assembly if a loose nut connection is found.

1999 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Equipment:Other:Labels

Consequence of Defect

certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' the bilingual english/spanish removable air bag warning labels affixed to the dash and to the sunvisor do not meet the size requirements of the standard.

Corrective Action

this does not meet the requirements of the standard.

Recall Notes

mitsubishi caribbean will mail a customer notification letter containing a written description and a graphic of the bi-lingual dashboard air bag warning label. in addition, all current 2000-2004 nativa owners will also receive replacement air bag alert labels for the sun visors. this recall is expected to begin during march or april 2005. the notification to the nativa owners is expected to begin during april or may 2005. owners should contact mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715.

1999 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. a hose was mis-manufactured and could weaken over time, which could result in leakage of the automatic transmission fluid.

Corrective Action

fluid leakage from the cooler hoses can cause transaxle driveability problems and smoke if the oil contacts the front exhaust pipe.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the hose assembly for the automatic transmission oil cooler. owner notification mailing will be phased over a five-month period starting march 26, through july 23, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

1999 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Electrical System:Battery:Cables

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with v6 engines and federal emission equipment. the battery cable harness can become heat damaged by the front exhaust manifold which could cause grounded circuits.

Corrective Action

this circuit failure could cause any of the following to occur: (1) the engine will not start because the main fuse will blow if the power lead is grounded; (2) the low oil pressure warning lamp will illuminate if the signal wire is grounded; (3) the airconditioning system will become inoperative if the lead to the magnetic clutch is grounded; and (4) the turn signal/hazard lamps will become inoperative if the voltage monitor lead is grounded.

Recall Notes

dealers will remove and discard a metal manifold bracket (from galant models only - eclipse has no such bracket). dealers will also inspect the harness. if the harness wires show no damage, the dealer will install a heat insulator along with heat resistant harness clips. if the harness wires do show damage, the dealers will install a new harness with preinstalled integral heat protection.

1999 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the column switch levers can become loose or break over time.

Corrective Action

loosening or cracking of the levers can cause directional lamps that do not self-cancel or operate, head lamps that do not turn off, windshield washers that operate continuously and/or windshield wipers that do not operate.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a redesigned switch.

1999 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal:Switch

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the column switch levers can become loose or break over time.

Corrective Action

loosening or cracking of the levers can cause directional lamps that do not self-cancel or operate, head lamps that do not turn off, windshield washers that operate continuously and/or windshield wipers that do not operate.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a redesigned switch.

1999 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Switch/Wiring

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the column switch levers can become loose or break over time.

Corrective Action

loosening or cracking of the levers can cause directional lamps that do not self-cancel or operate, head lamps that do not turn off, windshield washers that operate continuously and/or windshield wipers that do not operate.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a redesigned switch.

1998 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain airtex fuel pump module assemblies, p/n e7081h, sold for use as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. the wall of the flared fitting of the fuel pump is not thick enough to prevent the mating threaded fittings from bottoming out before an adequate seal is achieved. this condition may result in leakage of fuel at the connection of the vehicle fuel line and the fuel pump module assembly.

Corrective Action

in the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak could result in a fire.

Recall Notes

airtex will notify owners and replace the fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2007. owners can contact airtex automotive at 800-880-3056.

1998 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. if the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude. also, mmc has added the potential of leaking moisture, which can cause the ball stud to corrode.

Corrective Action

this condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. this campaign supercedes mmc's previous safety recall campaign, see 99v-066.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the lower lateral arm ball joint for wear. ball joints that exhibit wear beyond the established tolerance will be replaced with newly designed lateral arm ball joints. ball joints that are within the established tolerance will be cleaned and a special sealant will be applied to prevent intrusion of moisture.

1997 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain airtex fuel pump module assemblies, p/n e7081h, sold for use as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. the wall of the flared fitting of the fuel pump is not thick enough to prevent the mating threaded fittings from bottoming out before an adequate seal is achieved. this condition may result in leakage of fuel at the connection of the vehicle fuel line and the fuel pump module assembly.

Corrective Action

in the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak could result in a fire.

Recall Notes

airtex will notify owners and replace the fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2007. owners can contact airtex automotive at 800-880-3056.

1997 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. if the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude. also, mmc has added the potential of leaking moisture, which can cause the ball stud to corrode.

Corrective Action

this condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. this campaign supercedes mmc's previous safety recall campaign, see 99v-066.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the lower lateral arm ball joint for wear. ball joints that exhibit wear beyond the established tolerance will be replaced with newly designed lateral arm ball joints. ball joints that are within the established tolerance will be cleaned and a special sealant will be applied to prevent intrusion of moisture.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain airtex fuel pump module assemblies, p/n e7081h, sold for use as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. the wall of the flared fitting of the fuel pump is not thick enough to prevent the mating threaded fittings from bottoming out before an adequate seal is achieved. this condition may result in leakage of fuel at the connection of the vehicle fuel line and the fuel pump module assembly.

Corrective Action

in the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak could result in a fire.

Recall Notes

airtex will notify owners and replace the fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2007. owners can contact airtex automotive at 800-880-3056.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. if the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude. also, mmc has added the potential of leaking moisture, which can cause the ball stud to corrode.

Corrective Action

this condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. this campaign supercedes mmc's previous safety recall campaign, see 99v-066.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the lower lateral arm ball joint for wear. ball joints that exhibit wear beyond the established tolerance will be replaced with newly designed lateral arm ball joints. ball joints that are within the established tolerance will be cleaned and a special sealant will be applied to prevent intrusion of moisture.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. if the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude.

Corrective Action

this condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the rubber boots, and if the boot is damaged, they will replace the lower lateral arm and ball joint on the affected vehicles.

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. cracks can occur in the top of the fuel tank due to an improper spot weld on the baffle plate to the top portion of the fuel tank.

Corrective Action

a crack in the fuel tank could allow fuel or fumes to escape. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the upper surface of the fuel tank for any signs of cracking. if no cracking or leaking is found, dealers will install a sealing protector plate. if any cracking or leakage is found, dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly.

1995 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights:Switch

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. when the stop lamp switch was assembled, grease was inadvertently applied to the contact point. this can cause the contact point to heat up causing internal operation elements to melt allowing the swtich to become stuck in on or off position.

Corrective Action

this condition can cause the anti-lock braking system (abs) warning light to come on.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a relay and replace the brake lamp switch.

1995 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain airtex fuel pump module assemblies, p/n e7081h, sold for use as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. the wall of the flared fitting of the fuel pump is not thick enough to prevent the mating threaded fittings from bottoming out before an adequate seal is achieved. this condition may result in leakage of fuel at the connection of the vehicle fuel line and the fuel pump module assembly.

Corrective Action

in the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak could result in a fire.

Recall Notes

airtex will notify owners and replace the fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2007. owners can contact airtex automotive at 800-880-3056.

1995 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. if the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude. also, mmc has added the potential of leaking moisture, which can cause the ball stud to corrode.

Corrective Action

this condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. this campaign supercedes mmc's previous safety recall campaign, see 99v-066.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the lower lateral arm ball joint for wear. ball joints that exhibit wear beyond the established tolerance will be replaced with newly designed lateral arm ball joints. ball joints that are within the established tolerance will be cleaned and a special sealant will be applied to prevent intrusion of moisture.

1995 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles built in japan. if the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude.

Corrective Action

this condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the rubber boots, and if the boot is damaged, they will replace the lower lateral arm and ball joint on the affected vehicles.

1995 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. if the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude.

Corrective Action

this condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the rubber boots, and if the boot is damaged, they will replace the lower lateral arm and ball joint on the affected vehicles.

1995 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. cracks can occur in the top of the fuel tank due to an improper spot weld on the baffle plate to the top portion of the fuel tank.

Corrective Action

a crack in the fuel tank could allow fuel or fumes to escape. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the upper surface of the fuel tank for any signs of cracking. if no cracking or leaking is found, dealers will install a sealing protector plate. if any cracking or leakage is found, dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly.

1994 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights:Switch

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. when the stop lamp switch was assembled, grease was inadvertently applied to the contact point. this can cause the contact point to heat up causing internal operation elements to melt allowing the swtich to become stuck in on or off position.

Corrective Action

this condition can cause the anti-lock braking system (abs) warning light to come on.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a relay and replace the brake lamp switch.

1994 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain airtex fuel pump module assemblies, p/n e7081h, sold for use as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. the wall of the flared fitting of the fuel pump is not thick enough to prevent the mating threaded fittings from bottoming out before an adequate seal is achieved. this condition may result in leakage of fuel at the connection of the vehicle fuel line and the fuel pump module assembly.

Corrective Action

in the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak could result in a fire.

Recall Notes

airtex will notify owners and replace the fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2007. owners can contact airtex automotive at 800-880-3056.

1994 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. if the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude. also, mmc has added the potential of leaking moisture, which can cause the ball stud to corrode.

Corrective Action

this condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. this campaign supercedes mmc's previous safety recall campaign, see 99v-066.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the lower lateral arm ball joint for wear. ball joints that exhibit wear beyond the established tolerance will be replaced with newly designed lateral arm ball joints. ball joints that are within the established tolerance will be cleaned and a special sealant will be applied to prevent intrusion of moisture.

1994 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. if the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude.

Corrective Action

this condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the rubber boots, and if the boot is damaged, they will replace the lower lateral arm and ball joint on the affected vehicles.

1992 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: all wheel drive passenger vehicles. lockup of the transfer case can occur due to insufficient lubrication.

Corrective Action

this condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the vehicles for adequacy of the transfer case oil volume, transfer case oil leakage, and operational degradation of the transfer case mechanism. if oil volume is insufficient, the appropriate amount of oil will be added. if there is transfer case oil leakage, affected components will be replaced. if the transfer case shows operational degradation, the transfer case will be replaced.

1991 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: all wheel drive passenger vehicles. lockup of the transfer case can occur due to insufficient lubrication.

Corrective Action

this condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the vehicles for adequacy of the transfer case oil volume, transfer case oil leakage, and operational degradation of the transfer case mechanism. if oil volume is insufficient, the appropriate amount of oil will be added. if there is transfer case oil leakage, affected components will be replaced. if the transfer case shows operational degradation, the transfer case will be replaced.

1990 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: all wheel drive passenger vehicles. lockup of the transfer case can occur due to insufficient lubrication.

Corrective Action

this condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the vehicles for adequacy of the transfer case oil volume, transfer case oil leakage, and operational degradation of the transfer case mechanism. if oil volume is insufficient, the appropriate amount of oil will be added. if there is transfer case oil leakage, affected components will be replaced. if the transfer case shows operational degradation, the transfer case will be replaced.

1989 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. these red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.

Corrective Action

the safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. they should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. the latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. if either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. the manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.

1987 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe

Consequence of Defect

heat shield was installed on lower side of muffler instead of the upper side.

Corrective Action

the heat shield assists in dissipation of heat from theupper portion of the muffler. without the heat shield, the muffler mightcontact the trunk of the car, damaging the contents.

Recall Notes

a heat shield will be installed on the upper portion of the muffler.

1987 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. these red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.

Corrective Action

the safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. they should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. the latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. if either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. the manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.

1986 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe

Consequence of Defect

heat shield was installed on lower side of muffler instead of the upper side.

Corrective Action

the heat shield assists in dissipation of heat from theupper portion of the muffler. without the heat shield, the muffler mightcontact the trunk of the car, damaging the contents.

Recall Notes

a heat shield will be installed on the upper portion of the muffler.

1986 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. these red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.

Corrective Action

the safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. they should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. the latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. if either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. the manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.

1985 Mitsubishi Galant

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe

Consequence of Defect

heat shield was installed on lower side of muffler instead of the upper side.

Corrective Action

the heat shield assists in dissipation of heat from theupper portion of the muffler. without the heat shield, the muffler mightcontact the trunk of the car, damaging the contents.

Recall Notes

a heat shield will be installed on the upper portion of the muffler.