Mitsubishi Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings Recall 00V226001

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The front lower brake hoses can develop a crack, causing a loss of brake fluid.

The risk

This could result in impaired braking ability and a possible crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the left and right lower brake hoses.

Contacts

Owner notification began september 20, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Mitsubishi dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 00V226001.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
1994 Mitsubishi Montero	32	5	F

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

1994 Mitsubishi Montero

Questions

Is the 00V226001 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. MITSUBISHI AMERICA's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 00V226001?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 00V226001 announced?

MITSUBISHI AMERICA reported it to NHTSA on August 15, 2000. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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