Recall 05V-335
MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution: Engine and engine cooling (cooling system, hoses/lines/piping/fittings).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 05V-335
- Reported
- July 27, 2005
- Vehicles affected
- 1,179 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, the turbo charger coolant hose was incorrectly manufactured, and may allow coolant leakage.
The risk
If a leak occurs, during vehicle operation when the manifold is hot, coolant may ignite and cause a vehicle fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the turbo charger coolant hose free of charge. The recall began on august 15, 2005. Owners may contact mitsubishi at [removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Mitsubishi recall no. Sr-05-004.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]