NHTSA Recall 18V620000: Pedestrian/cyclist/object/obstacle/ recognition (forward collision avoidance) and software (electrical system)
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9,166 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V620000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SR-18-007 |
| Components | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE › SOFTWARE › PEDESTRIAN/CYCLIST/OBJECT/OBSTACLE/ RECOGNITION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | September 14, 2018 |
| Owner notification | October 16, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Outlander Sport, 2018-2019 Eclipse Cross, and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system that detects pedestrians. Due to incorrect software, the FCM-ECU (Electronic Control Unit) may apply braking for longer than needed, even after a pedestrian is no longer detected.
Safety risk
If the FCM-ECU software activates the brake for longer than necessary, the driver may react by applying additional braking. The resulting rapid deceleration of the vehicle can increase the risk of a rear-end collision.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the FCM-ECU software with updated software, free of charge. The recall is began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-007.
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 18V620000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross | 2018, 2019 |
| Mitsubishi Outlander | 2017, 2018 |
| Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV | 2018 |
| Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | 2018 |
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.