Mitsubishi Recalling Outlander Sport to Fix Airbag Wiring
The recall involves 733 2013 model-year crossover SUVs equipped with leather seats.
by Staff
February 21, 2014
2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. Photo courtesy of Mitsubishi.
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2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. Photo courtesy of Mitsubishi.
Mitsubishi Motors North America Inc. is recalling 733 2013 model-year Outlander Sport crossover SUVs to fix the airbag wiring, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported.
The recall only affects leather seat-equipped vehicles manufactured from July 20, 2012, through May 29, 2013. The driver-side, seat-mounted airbag wiring may have been improperly routed during the leather seat cover installation process, NHTSA said.
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If the wiring was routed incorrectly, use of the seat height adjustment may damage the wiring, resulting in illumination of the airbag warning light. In the event of a crash that triggers airbag deployment, the driver-side, seat-mounted airbag may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Mitsubishi dealers will inspect the airbag wiring and re-route it if necessary. If the wire is damaged, the seat-mounted airbag will be replaced. There will be no charge for this service.
Vehicle owners can reach Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-001.
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