NHTSA Recall 00V299001: Engine (engine and engine cooling)
MITSUBISHI AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,037 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Mitsubishi Eclipse.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V299001 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE |
| Report received | October 2, 2000 |
| Owner notification | November 20, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The harness for the crankshaft position sensor could come in contact with a new protective shield causing a grounded circuit.
Safety risk
Prolonged wiring harness contact with the heat shield will cause the wiring insulation to wear and eventually to ground out. This could cause the engine to die-out, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will re-route the crankshaft position sensor harness.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin during november 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 america 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 00V299001
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.