NHTSA recall 03V194000
Electrical System · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: On certain sport utility vehicles, water could enter the front floorboard area from openings in the side sill or upper dash area. This water could collect under the seat and cause electrical corrosion to occur in the harness connectors that contain the wiring for the seat belt pre-tensioner, side air bag impact sensor, and stop lamps.
Why it matters: Electrical corrosion of the harness could cause the seat belt pre-tensioner to malfunction, the side air bag not to deploy and/or the brake lamps not to illuminate or to falsely illuminate.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the side sills and dash panel for openings that may allow water leakage into the vehicle cabin. In addition to sealing any openings that may be found, the wiring connectors will be inspected for signs of electrical corrosion. The floor harness will be replaced if it has any…
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2003 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 03V194000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.