Recall 98V-059: 1998 Mitsubishi Caribbean Mirage
MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Mar 17, 1998, covering about 1,303 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: passsenger vehicles. Some of these vehicles have a poorly manufactured vacuum check valve located in the vacuum hose between the intake manifold and brake vacuum booster.
The risk
When the brake pedal is depressed, the vacuum booster check valve can stick to the valve body, causing in a reduction or loss of vacuum boost resulting in decrease in brake efficiency.
The fix
Dealers will replace the brake vacuum hose on these vehicles.
Notes
Owner notification began october 28, 1998. 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 carribean at 1-787-251-8715.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 98V059000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Caribbean Mirage | 1998 | All 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 98V-059?
Vehicle description: passsenger vehicles. Some of these vehicles have a poorly manufactured vacuum check valve located in the vacuum hose between the intake manifold and brake vacuum booster.
How is recall 98V-059 fixed?
Dealers will replace the brake vacuum hose on these vehicles.
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.