Recall 08V-276
MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2004 to 2005 Mitsubishi Galant: Electrical system (ignition).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 08V-276
- Reported
- June 20, 2008
- Vehicles affected
- 73,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Mitsubishi is recalling 73,000 my 2004-2006 gallant passenger vehicles. During vehicle use, the ignition key interlock cable (which is a component of the interlock system) may allow the interlocking cam to fall forward and allow the ignition key to be removed from the ignition switch when the gearshift mechanism is not in the park position.
The risk
If the driver does not shift to park before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and correct these vehicles for the reported condition. The recall began on september 2, 2008. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Mitsubishi recall no. Sr-08-004.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]
Affected vehicles
- Mitsubishi Galant 2004 to 2005