Recall 04V-319
MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2002 to 2004 Mitsubishi Montero: Fuel system, gasoline (storage).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 04V-319
- Reported
- July 6, 2004
- Vehicles affected
- 44,214 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain sport utility vehicles, when the fuel tank is full and the vehicle is parked facing forward on an upward slope, the fuel tank leveling valve may not maintain proper sealing in the event the fuel expands from a rise in the ambient temperature.
The risk
If the fuel leveling valve does not seal properly, fuel may leak onto the ground. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the leveling valve. The recall began on august 30, 2004. Owners should contact mitsubishi at 1-[removed] or mitsubishi caribbean at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Mitsubishi recall no. Sr-04-008.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 Montero 2002 to 2004