Recall 03V-442
MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2003 to 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse and 2 other models: Fuel system, gasoline (delivery, fuel pump).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 03V-442
- Reported
- November 4, 2003
- Vehicles affected
- 17,087 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The fix
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-[removed] or mitsubishi caribbean at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Mitsubishi Eclipse 2003 to 2004
- Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 2003 to 2004
- Mitsubishi Galant 2003