NHTSA recall 02V147000
Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
Mitsubishi Galant
Reported May 29, 20023,378 vehicles affectedMITSUBISHI AMERICABuilt May 1, 2002 – May 15, 2002
The defect
On certain passenger vehicles, routing of the vehicle's front harness can allow it to come in contact with a rough edge, allowing abrasion. This could result in grounded circuits.
The risk
There could be a loss of stop or turn signal lamp operation or engine hesitation.
The remedy
Dealers will install a protector, eliminating any harness contact. owner notification began july 8, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.