Mitsubishi Labels Recall 04V095000 (491 Vehicles)

The problem

On certain sport utility vehicles, the vehicle capacity weights as stated on the tire and loading information label are in error.

The risk

This information could potentially result in consumers loading their vehicles beyond the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr).

The fix

Owners will be sent replacement labels with instructions on how to install them. The recall began on april 14, 2004. Owners should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

Contacts

Customers can 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 04V095000.
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
2004 Mitsubishi Montero	5	3	B
2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport	5	1	A

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

2004 Mitsubishi Montero

2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport

Questions

Is the 04V095000 recall repair free?

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

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 04V095000?

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 04V095000 announced?

MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported it to NHTSA on February 20, 2004. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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