Recall in the United States covers Outlander and Outlander PHEV models due to the risk of corrosion in trunk shock absorbers, caused by salt water
Mitsubishi announced the expansion of a significant recall in the United States, recalling 108,503 vehicles for repair on a trunk component. The measure continues an action started in August 2023 and focuses on Outlander SUV units produced between 2014 and 2020, in addition to the Outlander PHEV plug-in hybrid variant, manufactured between 2018 and 2022.
The technical problem lies in the gas strut cylinder that supports the trunk door. According to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the outer lining of these cylinders can experience severe corrosion when coming into contact with salt water. This wear compromises the integrity of the component, which can break suddenly, posing a risk of injury to occupants if the trunk lid falls unexpectedly.
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The new stage of the recall expands the geographic scope of the original recall. While the first wave of vehicles was limited to salt-intensive regions for highway de-icing, the current call now encompasses 28 American states and the District of Columbia. The list includes everything from Alaska to states in the region known as the “Salt Belt”, such as New York, Ohio and Pennsylvania.
Mitsubishi said the fix will consist of replacing both tailgate dampers free of charge with parts with greater corrosion resistance. Owners of the affected vehicles will be officially notified from June to schedule the service at authorized dealerships. The automaker reiterates that the recall is preventive and aims to ensure that all vehicles registered or that have already transited through the risk zones are properly inspected.
