Recall 13V116 affects 4,539 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUVs for incorrect stop-lamp-switch installation. Repair is free at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer.
Mitsubishi is recalling 4,539 2013 Outlander Sport vehicles because the brake stop lamps can stay on continuously or intermittently, and the shift lever can move out of Park without the brake pedal pressed. Improper lamp operation raises crash risk, and unintended rollaway creates injury risk; the Mitsubishi dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The brake light switch tells the vehicle when the brake pedal is pressed. On the 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, that signal also works with the shift interlock, the mechanism that keeps the automatic transmission in Park until the driver presses the brake pedal. When that signal is wrong, the brake lamps and shifter no longer match pedal position.
In affected Outlander Sport vehicles, the brake stop lamps can illuminate continuously or intermittently even when the pedal is not being used. The same fault can allow the shift lever to move out of Park without the driver pressing the brake pedal. That breaks the normal safety sequence: pedal press, brake lights on, then shifter release.
There is no warning sign before failure. Once the problem is present, an owner or someone outside the vehicle can notice brake lamps staying on, flashing on and off, or not matching pedal use.
Who's affected?
The same recall lists the brake-light switch and automatic transmission, so the VIN match matters more than the model name alone.
| 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | Switch |
|---|---|
| 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | automatic transmission |
| Units affected | 4,539 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific SUV.
What's the safety risk?
If the brake lamps fail to illuminate properly, drivers behind you lose a key stop signal, which increases crash risk. The same switch issue can let the shift lever move out of park without the brake applied, letting the vehicle roll and injure someone. Schedule the stop lamp switch correction soon. 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.
- Contact your nearest franchised Mitsubishi dealer to ask whether the free stop-lamp switch installation correction is open for your VIN.
- Ask the dealer to correct the stop-lamp switch installation, which fixes the brake lamps and the shift lever moving out of Park without the brake pedal.
- Bring the recall notice if Mitsubishi sent one. If not, reference recall number 13V116 when you call.
- Keep extra distance from other vehicles until the repair is complete, and secure the vehicle in Park before exiting.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Mitsubishi technician corrects the installation of the stop lamp switch. The work addresses stop lamps that illuminate continuously or intermittently and a shift lever that can move out of Park without the brake pedal depressed. The available recall details do not list a current remedy status, so do not assume the final repair can be scheduled yet. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under recall 13V116.
Timeline
| March 29, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 18, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V116?
Recall 13V116 covers 4,539 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles with a stop-lamp-switch installation issue. The brake stop lamps can stay on or work intermittently, and the shift lever can move out of Park without pressing the brake pedal. Mitsubishi dealers correct the switch installation for free.
What should I do if my 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Outlander Sport is included in recall 13V116. If it is, contact a franchised Mitsubishi dealer to schedule the stop-lamp-switch installation correction. Reference recall number 13V116 or Mitsubishi recall number SR-13-004 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Mitsubishi dealers correct the stop-lamp-switch installation free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer for vehicles included in recall 13V116.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unclear brake-light signaling and unintended vehicle movement. Other drivers can miss when the Outlander Sport is stopping, increasing crash risk. The vehicle can also roll if the shift lever moves from Park without the brake pedal, creating an injury risk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V116000 |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi customer service | 1-888-648-7820 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V116 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V116000 |
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)
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