Recall 05V-299
MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse: Service brakes, hydraulic (foundation components, master cylinder).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 05V-299
- Reported
- June 27, 2005
- Vehicles affected
- 3,760 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, one of four seals inside the master cylinder may have been installed improperly. As a result, the master cylinder may unexpectedly by-pass hydraulic braking force pressure and allow a longer than normal pedal stroke.
The risk
Should this condition occur, the braking distance required to stop the vehicle may increase and could lead to a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the master cylinder assembly free of charge. The recall began june 28, 2005. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Mitsubishi recall no. Sr-05-003.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Mitsubishi Eclipse 2006