NHTSA recall 99V041001
Power Train · MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN
Details
What's wrong: Automatic transmission fluid could be vented onto the hot exhaust system as a result of unanticipated heat generation in the transmission.
Why it matters: The vented transmission fluid could come into contact with the hot exhaust system and ignition of the transmission fluid could result.
The fix: Dealers will modify the transmission control unit to limit vehicle speed to below approximately 30 miles per hour when the vehicle is operated in the four-wheel-drive low range, an additional label describing the proper use of four-wheel-drive low range will be provided, and will relocate the…
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1999 Mitsubishi Nativa.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 99V041001.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.