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Mitsubishi recalls 82,426 vehicles for CVT hesitation issues

Mon, Aug 22 2016
The Basics: Mitsubishi is recalling 82,436 vehicles from the 2015 and 2016 model year. The recall affects the continuously variable transmissions, or CVTs, in 2015-16 Outlander Sports, 2016 Outlanders, and 2016 Lancers. Mitsubishi calls their Jatco manufactured CVT a constant velocity transmission.

The Problem: According to the document Mitsubishi submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the CVTs in certain vehicles can momentarily lose signal and delay acceleration. This can increase the risk of an accident.

Injuries/Deaths: It is unknown if there are any injuries or deaths related to this issue.

The Fix: Dealerships will reprogram affected CVTs for free.

If you own one: Mitsubishi Motors North America began the recall on August 15. If you own an affected vehicle, contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-006. Mitsubishi dealers should be able to update the CVT's software and resolve the issue.

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  • News Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
  • Recalls
  • Mitsubishi
  • Crossover
  • Sedan

By Reese Counts

See also: 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recalled for leaky transmission, Nissan Truck-a-Palooza | Autoblog Podcast #483, Employee warned Mitsubishi execs about mileage cheating in 2005.

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