Mitsubishi Outlander, RVR +3 more: Engine

Affects Mitsubishi Outlander, RVR, Lancer Sportback, Lancer, Lancer Evolution · 2015–2017 — about 29K vehicles.

The hazard

On certain vehicles, defective electrical relays may have been installed in the power distribution center. This could cause various electrical circuits to fail, potentially resulting in engine stalling, reduced engine power, or loss of engine cooling fan function potentially resulting in engine overheating. These issues could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace affected relay(s) with updated parts.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

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