Mitsubishi Outlander, Lancer Wagon +2 more: Suspension — lower arm

Affects Mitsubishi Outlander, Lancer Wagon, Lancer Evolution, Lancer · 2002–2013 — about 195K vehicles.

The hazard

A detached front control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. Depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one that has a sealing/anti-corrosion agent applied to it. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-003.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational