Recall 95V-059: 1988–1989 Mitsubishi Precis

MITSUBISHI AMERICA recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Mar 22, 1995, covering about 1,906 vehicles.

NHTSA number
95V-059
Report date
Mar 22, 1995
Vehicles affected
1,906
Owners notified
Apr 14, 1995

The problem

Vehicles involved are those that had the heater valve stems replaced in an earlier mitsubishi recall (94v-103.001). Certain vehicles had an incorrect valve stem installed which could cause the incorrect stem to leak after a period of time.

The risk

This can result in a burn injury to the front seat passenger's feet and legs.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace incorrect valve stems.

Notes

System: heater; water; defroster; heater core.vehicle description: passenger cars.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037. Also contact the nationalhighway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerMITSUBISHI AMERICA
ComponentVisibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System › Heater Core
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number95V059000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mitsubishi Precis1988, 1989All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 95V-059?

Vehicles involved are those that had the heater valve stems replaced in an earlier mitsubishi recall (94v-103.001). Certain vehicles had an incorrect valve stem installed which could cause the incorrect stem to leak after a period of time.

How is recall 95V-059 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and replace incorrect valve stems.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.