REC-001051

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2010–2013 MITSUBISHI I-MIEV

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Mitsubishi Motors Australia Ltd

Recall date: 20 December 2019

Defect

In extreme wet weather conditions (such as snow, ice and salt spray), the electric vacuum pump may corrode and deteriorate brake performance, which will illuminate the brake warning light and activate the audio warning alert.

Hazard

If there is a loss of vacuum to the brake booster system, there may be increased stopping distance when the brakes are applied, increasing the risk of an accident or injury to vehicle occupants and other road users.

Remedy

Mitsubishi Motors Australia will contact affected owners in writing to present their vehicle to a preferred dealer to have the vehicle rectified, free of charge. To find a local dealer, visit https://www.mitsubishi-motors.com.au/customer-assistance/locate-a-service-centre For more information, consumers can contact Mitsubishi Motors Australia on 1800 931 811 or their preferred dealer on 1300 131 211, Option 2, Option 2.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Mitsubishi Motors Australia Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-001051