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NHTSA recall 02V143001

Power Train · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

May 14, 2002report date
15,000units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, a condition exists that allows oil to leak from the all-wheel drive transfer case.

Why it matters: Low oil levels in the transfer case could cause bearing damage and result in drive train lockup, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will inspect the transfer case for indications of oil leakage or damage. Vehicles that have oil leakage will have the transfer case resealed and re-fill the transfer case to the proper level, or replaced the transfer case if there is evidence of damage. Owner notification is expected to…

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All model years NHTSA lists

1991 Mitsubishi 3000Gt, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000Gt, 1993 Mitsubishi 3000Gt, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000Gt, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000Gt, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000Gt, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000Gt, 1998 Mitsubishi 3000Gt, 1999 Mitsubishi 3000Gt.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 02V143001.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.