If the oil seal dislodges, automatic transmission fluid (ATF) may enter the transfer case assembly, reducing the ATF pressure in the transmission, resulting in poor transmission shifting or the inability of the vehicle to be driven, increasing the risk of a crash.

Power Train — Automatic Transmission
Power Train — Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)

Summary

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2009 Outlander vehicles. During servicing, the affected vehicles were repaired with replacement transfer case assemblies whose oil seal may come out of position.

Actions

Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-005.

Documents (11)

• Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Recall Quarterly Report 2014-Q4
• Recall Quarterly Report
• Recall Quarterly Report - 2015-Q2
• Recall Quarterly Report - 2015-Q1
• Recall Quarterly Report - 2015-Q4
• Recall Quarterly Report - 2015-Q3
• Defect Notice(Part 573)
• Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Remedy Instructions and TSB

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