Recalls for 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback Ralliart

DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY

Posted on: 2009-09-09
Description
Mitsubishi is recalling model year 2008-2009 lancer evolution, ralliart, and sportback ralliart vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines.  The manner in which the fuel return pipe is attached to the engine, in combination with frequent vehicle operation at certain engine revolutions, may result in a resonance that, if continued over time, may cause a stress crack to develop at the fixed portion of the fuel pipe.

Consequence
If this stress crack develops, fuel leakage may occur.  Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Corrective Action
The fuel return pipe will be replaced with a new part and two additional attachment brackets will be installed to better control fuel pipe vibration.  This service will be performed free of charge.  The recall began on september 29, 2009.  Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.

Notes
Mitsubishi's recall campaign number is sr-09-004.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

DEFECT #2 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS

Posted on: 2014-09-12
Description
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc.  (mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 lancer, lancer evolution, and outlander; 2009-2011 lancer sportback, lancer rilliart, and lancer sportback ralliart; and 2011 outlander sport vehicles.  The affected vehicles, manufactured with 4b1 engines, have an engine pulley and belt arrangement for turning the alternator, the cooling fan and the power steering pump (if equipped).  These pulleys may experience unusual wear and allow for belt detachment.

Consequence
If the drive belt detaches, the battery may discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive belt with a rubber belt.  Drive pulleys that are excessively worn will be replaced.  These repairs will be performed free of charge.  The recall began on october 15, 2014.  Owners may contact mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820.  Mitsubishi's number for this recall is sr-14-009.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.