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Mitsubishi - Transmission fluid may leak into transfer case
Official notice
25 Jun 2014
Last checked
25 Jun 2014
An official NHTSA notice concerns Mitsubishi - Transmission fluid may leak into transfer case. If the oil seal dislodges, automatic transmission fluid (atf) may enter the transfer case assembly, reducing the atf pressure in the transmission, resulting in poor transmission shifting or the inability of the vehicle to be driven, increasing the risk of a crash. Published 2014-06-25.
What to do now
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on july 30, 2014. Owners may contact mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is sr-14-005.
Units affected
5
Recall number
SR-14-005
Official notice
2014-06-25
The hazard
The hazard
If the oil seal dislodges, automatic transmission fluid (atf) may enter the transfer case assembly, reducing the atf pressure in the transmission, resulting in poor transmission shifting or the inability of the vehicle to be driven, increasing the risk of a crash.
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Brand: Mitsubishi. Contact: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc..
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