Recall 97V-081
MITSUBISHI AMERICA recalled the 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse: Seats (front assembly, head restraint).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 97V-081
- Reported
- May 12, 1997
- Vehicles affected
- 119 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The headrest guide bracket was improperly welded to the seat back frame on the passenger side seat back assemblies only.
The risk
The headrest support bracket can break, increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the passenger seat back assembly with a new assembly.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin during july 1997. 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 Eclipse 1997