NHTSA Recall 18V070000: Parking brake
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 170,354 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mitsubishi Outlander.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V070000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SR-18-002 |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE |
| Report received | January 26, 2018 |
| Owner notification | March 27, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Outlander and 2013-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter the rear brake calipers causing the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and possibly bind.
Safety risk
If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake calipers and replace the parking brake boot and lever or the brake caliper body, as necessary. Dealers will also replace the piston assembly of the rear brake caliper. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-002.
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 18V070000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Outlander | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | 2013, 2014, 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.