NHTSA Recall 00V225001: Gear box (other than rack and pinion) (steering)
MITSUBISHI AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 228,294 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Mitsubishi Eclipse.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V225001 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
| Report received | August 10, 2000 |
| Owner notification | September 20, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A nut in the steering gear assembly was not properly tightened, resulting in symptoms ranging from steering wheel vibration to stiff steering, and in the worst case, no ability to turn left.
Safety risk
A loss of steering control could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect these vehicles and replace the steering gear assembly if a loose nut connection is found.
Notes
Owner notification began september 20, 2000. 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 at 1-800-222-0037.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V225001
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2000 |
| Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder | 2001 |
| Mitsubishi Galant | 1999, 2000 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.