Engine and engine cooling: manifold / header / muffler / tail pipe Mitsubishi recall

The problem

Heat shield was installed on lower side of muffler instead of the upper side.

The risk

The heat shield assists in dissipation of heat from theupper portion of the muffler. Without the heat shield, the muffler mightcontact the trunk of the car, damaging the contents.

The fix

A heat shield will be installed on the upper portion of the muffler.

Contacts

System: replacement muffler, part number 7519.Vehicle category: 1985-87 mitsubishi galant.Note: this recall was initiated by midas international corporation. Allquestions should be addressed to this corporation or its dealers.

What to do

1. 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.
2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Mitsubishi dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 88E023000.
3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.