NHTSA Recall 16V548000: Cooling unit and lines (power train)
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 45,731 vehicles. It affects 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V548000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SR-16-005 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › COOLING UNIT AND LINES |
| Report received | July 22, 2016 |
| Owner notification | August 15, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured June 25, 2014, through November 25, 2015 and equipped with a 2.0L engine and a continuously variable transmission (CVT). During assembly, a clamp for a CVT hose may not have been properly secured, allowing the hose to detach and leak transmission fluid.
Safety risk
If enough transmission fluid leaks out, the transmission may not function properly and the vehicle may become inoperable, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if leaking transmission fluid contacts an a hot surface there is an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hose clamps, correcting their installation, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-16-005.
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 16V548000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | 2015 |
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.