Recall 13V112 affects 3,724 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles for a missing fuel sending harness. Repair is free at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer.
Mitsubishi is recalling 3,724 2013 Outlander Sport AWD vehicles because they were built without a fuel sending unit harness for the sub-sending unit, which can give the driver a false fuel level reading. If the tank is empty, the engine can stall while driving and increase crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport AWD uses a fuel sending unit inside the fuel tank to report how much gasoline is available. A sub-sending unit helps read fuel level across the tank, and its wiring harness carries that signal to the gauge on the dashboard. When the harness is present and connected, the gauge has the information it needs to show the driver an accurate tank level.
In affected SUVs, Mitsubishi says the vehicle was built without the fuel sending unit harness for the sub-sending unit. That missing wiring breaks part of the path between the tank sensor and the gauge. The gauge can then show a fuel level that is higher or lower than the actual fuel in the tank, so the driver is working from bad information.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is the reading itself: the fuel gauge can look normal while reporting the wrong tank level.
Who's affected?
A listed SUV can appear under the electrical system and fuel system because the recall involves both component categories.
| 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | fuel system |
| Units affected | 3,724 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A faulty fuel sending harness can show fuel in the tank when the tank is empty. If the engine stalls while driving, crash risk increases. Confirm whether your Outlander Sport VIN is included and schedule service promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is included in this recall.
- Wait for Mitsubishi's owner notice before scheduling the dealer repair if your VIN result does not show an open repair yet.
- Contact a franchised Mitsubishi dealer for the free fuel sending unit harness installation that fixes the false fuel level reading.
- Bring the recall notice if Mitsubishi mailed one. If not, reference recall number 13V112 and Mitsubishi recall SR-13-005 when you call.
- Keep extra fuel in the tank until the repair is complete; a false fuel reading can leave the tank empty and stall the engine while driving.
What happens at the repair
The listed remedy is for a Mitsubishi technician to install the proper fuel sending harness for the sub sending unit. The final dealer repair will be free once Mitsubishi makes it available. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. The repair addresses the missing harness that can make the fuel level reading false, so ask the dealer to confirm the VIN is included before the work is written up.
Timeline
| March 29, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 23, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V112?
Recall 13V112 covers 3,724 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport AWD vehicles with a missing fuel sending unit harness that can give a false fuel level reading. If the tank is empty but reads as having fuel, the engine can stall while driving and raise crash risk.
What should I do if my 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific SUV is included in recall 13V112. If it is, contact a franchised Mitsubishi dealer to schedule installation of the proper fuel sending harness. Reference recall number 13V112 or Mitsubishi campaign SR-13-005 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Mitsubishi dealers install the proper fuel sending harness free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer.
Is it safe to drive my 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport before the repair?
Use caution until your VIN is checked and the repair is complete. This recall involves a false fuel tank level reading, so the vehicle can run out of fuel and stall while driving. Keep extra attention on fuel range and schedule the dealer repair if your VIN is included.
What if I bought my Mitsubishi Outlander Sport used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If Mitsubishi never mailed you a notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Outlander Sport is included, then call a Mitsubishi dealer with recall number 13V112.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V112000 |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi customer service | 1-888-648-7820 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V112 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V112000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →