Mitsubishi Outlander Sport: Structure — hinge and attachments

Affects Mitsubishi Outlander Sport · 2011–2016 — about 50K vehicles.

The hazard

If the outer tube corrodes, there may be a rapid loss of the gas used to provide lift assistance, causing the lift gate to fall suddenly, increasing the risk of injury.

What to do

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lift gate supports, free of charge. The recall began on January 20, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-011.

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