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NHTSA Recall 18V103000: Linkages (visibility)

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 158,651 vehicles. It affects 2011–2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.

158,651
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2018
owners notified (March 27)
NHTSA campaign18V103000
Manufacturer campaignSR-18-004
ComponentVISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER › LINKAGES
Report receivedFebruary 9, 2018
Owner notificationMarch 27, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the wiper link separating and the wipers becoming inoperative.

Safety risk

Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rod of the wiper link and the wiper motor crank arm, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 10, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-004.

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 18V103000

Make and modelModel years
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport2011, 2012, 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.