NHTSA recall 18V103000
Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Linkages
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
Reported Feb 9, 2018158,651 vehicles affectedMitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.Maker’s number SR-18-004Built Aug 26, 2010 – Jun 1, 2012
The defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the wiper link separating and the wipers becoming inoperative.
The risk
Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rod of the wiper link and the wiper motor crank arm, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 10, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-004.