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Recall 93V-033

MITSUBISHI AMERICA recalled the 1991 Mitsubishi 3000GT: Power train (driveline).

At a glance

Campaign number
93V-033
Reported
March 26, 1993
Vehicles affected
3,154 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

A condition exists that allows oil to leak from the all wheel drive transfer case. Low oil levels in the transfer case can cause bearing damage and failure.

The risk

Bearing failure in the transfer case can result inpower train lockup without prior warning, while the vehicle is at highway speed.this could result in a loss of vehicle control and an accident.

The fix

Install a c-ring to transfer case to prevent oil leakage, or replace transfer case to maintain sufficient oil levels in the transfer case.

Notes from the manufacturer

System: drive train.vehicle description: passenger cars, vr-4.

Affected vehicles