NHTSA Recall 05V299000: Master cylinder (service brakes)
MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,760 vehicles. It affects 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V299000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SR-05-003 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › MASTER CYLINDER |
| Report received | June 27, 2005 |
| Owner notification | June 28, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, one of four seals inside the master cylinder may have been installed improperly. As a result, the master cylinder may unexpectedly by-pass hydraulic braking force pressure and allow a longer than normal pedal stroke.
Safety risk
Should this condition occur, the braking distance required to stop the vehicle may increase and could lead to a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the master cylinder assembly free of charge. The recall began june 28, 2005. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.
Notes
Mitsubishi recall no. Sr-05-003.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V299000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2006 |
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.