Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Visibility — Windshield Wiper/Washer — Motor

Date Announced
JUL 20, 2017
Vehicles Affected
100,082
Mitsubishi Recall #
SR-17-003
NHTSA Campaign #
17V461000
Summary
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles. In the affected vehicles, water may drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole. The water may cause internal corrosion of the windshield wiper motor and the possible failure of the motor.
Actions
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-003.
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