NHTSA recall campaign
19V804000
ManufacturerMitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.Reported2019-11-08Affected2,108 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2012-2017 i-MiEV vehicles. Water may penetrate the brake assist vacuum pump, causing corrosion and a failure of the brake vacuum pump.
Risk
Without the brake vacuum pump, the driver will experience a sudden loss of braking assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake vacuum pump, free of charge. The recall began January 7, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-19-002.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →