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Recall 16V-791

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. recalled the 2007 to 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander: Visibility (windshield wiper/washer, linkages).

At a glance

Campaign number
16V-791
Reported
October 31, 2016
Vehicles affected
100,082 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles manufactured September 8, 2006, to March 29, 2013. In the affected vehicles, water may enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the wiper link separating and the wipers becoming inoperative.

The risk

Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rubber boot on the ball joint to prevent water intrusion. Additionally, they will inspect the wiper motor crank arm for excessive play, replacing it as necessary. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-[removed]. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-009.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles