Recall 00V-225
MITSUBISHI AMERICA recalled the 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse and 2 other models: Steering (gear box (other than rack and pinion)).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 00V-225
- Reported
- August 10, 2000
- Vehicles affected
- 228,294 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
A loss of steering control could increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect these vehicles and replace the steering gear assembly if a loose nut connection is found.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began september 20, 2000. 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-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Mitsubishi Eclipse 2000
- Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 2001
- Mitsubishi Galant 1999 to 2000