NHTSA Recall 17V609000: Relay (electrical system)
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 132,552 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Mitsubishi Lancer.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V609000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SR-17-005 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › STARTER ASSEMBLY › RELAY |
| Report received | September 29, 2017 |
| Owner notification | October 24, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.
Safety risk
If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.
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 17V609000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Lancer | 2015, 2016 |
| Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | 2015 |
| Mitsubishi Outlander | 2015, 2016, 2017 |
| 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.