NHTSA Recall 16V563000: Power train: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) and automatic transmission (power train)
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 82,436 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Mitsubishi Lancer.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V563000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SR-16-006 |
| Components | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | July 28, 2016 |
| Owner notification | August 15, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles and 2016 Outlander and Lancer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) that, in certain driving conditions, may cause a delay in the vehicle accelerating.
Safety risk
A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the CVT control unit with modified software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-006.
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 16V563000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Lancer | 2016 |
| Mitsubishi Outlander | 2016 |
| Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | 2015, 2016 |
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.