NHTSA Campaign Number
22V563000
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Reported to NHTSA: February 8, 2022
Defect Description
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with continuously variable transmissions and mechanical key ignition systems. A software error in the transmission control unit (CVT-ECU) may incorrectly reduce the transmission gear ratio at high speeds, which can result in an engine stall.
Safety Consequence
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the CVT-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-004.
What This Recall Page Shows
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Affected Vehicles (4)
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Mitsubishi | Outlander Sport |
| 2020 | Mitsubishi | Outlander Sport |
| 2021 | Mitsubishi | Outlander Sport |
| 2022 | Mitsubishi | Outlander Sport |
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This recall information is from NHTSA campaign 22V563000. This site is not affiliated with NHTSA. Contact your dealer or call NHTSA's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.