Recall 14V562 covers 165,923 2008-2011 Mitsubishi Lancer and Outlander vehicles for drive-belt detachment. Repair is free at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer.
Mitsubishi is recalling 165,923 2008-2011 Lancer, Outlander, and Lancer Evolution vehicles because unusual pulley wear can let the drive belt detach. A detached belt can drain the battery and stall the engine, which raises crash risk; the Mitsubishi dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The engine pulley and belt system on these 2008-2011 Mitsubishi vehicles drives accessories that the engine depends on while running. The belt rides around pulleys on 4B1-engine models and turns the alternator, cooling fan, and power steering pump if the vehicle has one.
On affected Lancer, Lancer Evolution, Lancer Sportback, Lancer Ralliart, Lancer Sportback Ralliart, Outlander, and Outlander Sport vehicles, the pulleys wear in an unusual way. That wear lets the belt move out of position and detach from the pulley path. Once the belt comes off, the affected accessories stop being driven by the engine.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first sign can be a battery warning light, rising engine temperature, heavier steering on equipped vehicles, or a sudden change in engine-bay noise after the belt has already come loose.
Who's affected?
The included Lancer and Outlander variants share the same belts and associated pulleys issue.
| 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback Ralliart | Belts and associated pulleys |
|---|---|
| 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Raliart | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback Ralliart | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | Belts and associated pulleys |
| 2010 Mitsubishi > Lancer Sportback Rallia | Belts and associated pulleys |
| Units affected | 165,923 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A detached drive belt can drain the battery and cause the engine to stall, which increases the risk of a crash. If the vehicle loses power or stalls, pull over safely and contact a franchised Mitsubishi dealer before continuing. Repair will be free at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2011 Mitsubishi vehicle is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Mitsubishi dealer and ask about the free drive-belt repair for recall number 14V562.
- Schedule the drive-belt replacement and pulley inspection that fixes the unusual pulley wear that can let the belt detach.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, give the dealer recall number 14V562 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. If the battery light comes on, the engine stalls, or power steering assist is lost, move out of traffic and call Mitsubishi customer service.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Mitsubishi technician replaces the drive belt with a rubber belt and checks the drive pulleys for excessive wear. Any drive pulley that is worn too far is replaced as part of the recall work. The filing does not list the remedy as available in this page data, but it states that these repairs are performed free of charge. Once the dealer repair is available for your VIN, parts and labor are covered.
Timeline
| September 12, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 15, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V562?
Recall 14V562 covers 165,923 2008-2011 Mitsubishi Lancer, Outlander, Lancer Evolution, Lancer Sportback, Lancer Ralliart, Lancer Sportback Ralliart, and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles with 4B1 engines. The drive belt can detach after pulley wear, which can drain the battery, stall the engine, and increase crash risk.
What should I do if my 2008-2011 Mitsubishi Lancer, Outlander, Lancer Evolution, Lancer Sportback, Lancer Ralliart, Lancer Sportback Ralliart, or Outlander Sport is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 14V562. If it is, contact a franchised Mitsubishi dealer and reference recall number 14V562 or Mitsubishi recall SR-14-009. The dealer will replace the drive belt and replace excessively worn pulleys for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Mitsubishi's remedy for recall 14V562 says dealers will perform the drive-belt replacement and any needed pulley replacement free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk in recall 14V562 is engine stall. If the drive belt detaches, the battery can discharge, and the engine can stall while driving. That loss of power increases crash risk, so confirm your VIN and arrange the free Mitsubishi dealer repair if your vehicle is included.
What if I bought this Mitsubishi used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the original owner. If you bought the vehicle used or never received the owner letter Mitsubishi began sending on October 15, 2014, check your VIN and call a franchised Mitsubishi dealer with recall number 14V562.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V562000 |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi customer service | 1-888-648-7820 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V562 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V562000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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