NHTSA Recall 00V226001: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
MITSUBISHI AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 344 vehicles. It affects 1994 Mitsubishi Montero.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V226001 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | August 15, 2000 |
| Owner notification | September 20, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The front lower brake hoses can develop a crack, causing a loss of brake fluid.
Safety risk
This could result in impaired braking ability and a possible crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the left and right lower brake hoses.
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 00V226001
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Montero | 1994 |
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.