NHTSA Recall 14V522000: Vacuum (service brakes)
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,810 vehicles. It affects 2010–2014 Mitsubishi I-Miev.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V522000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SR-14-007 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST › VACUUM |
| Report received | September 2, 2014 |
| Owner notification | October 24, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 i-MiEV electric vehicles manufactured September 15, 2009, to March 25, 2014. Due to either software programming or corrosion caused by road salt, the brake vacuum pump may stop functioning.
Safety risk
If the brake vacuum pump stops functioning, the distance needed to stop the vehicle may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and depending on the affected vehicle, dealers will either reprogram the brake vacuum pump controller, replace the brake vacuum pump or do both, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-007.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V522000
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.