Recall 96V-143
MITSUBISHI AMERICA recalled the 1991 to 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT and 2 other models: Service brakes, hydraulic (foundation components, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-143
- Reported
- July 25, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 93,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Under conditions of full lock steering and full suspension travel, the left or right front wheel-side brake hose can crack, resulting in brake fluid leakage.
The risk
Brake fluid leakage will cause illumination of the brake warning lamp and reduction in braking efficiency increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel-side brake hoses with revised hose assemblies.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: brakes; hydraulic; lines; hose; non-metallic. Vehicle description: sedan and wagons equipped with anti-lock braking system (ABS) and multi-purpose passenger vehicles equipped with or without ABS brakes. Owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin in august 1996. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi at 1-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Mitsubishi 3000GT 1991 to 1994
- Mitsubishi Diamante 1992 to 1994
- Mitsubishi Montero 1992 to 1994