2016 Mitsubishi Outlander · Electrical & electronic systems
Defective relay may cause stalling, power loss or overheating
NHTSA campaign 17V609000 lists the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander for a condition in which defective relay may cause stalling, power loss or overheating.
What the reviewed source says
Start with the documented condition, not a parts guess.
NHTSA lists the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander in safety campaign 17V609000. The official record says: These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating. The stated safety consequence is: If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash. A make, model and year match does not confirm that a specific VIN is included or that the repair remains open.
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Symptoms in the pattern
- The engine may lose power or stall.
- The engine temperature may rise into an overheating condition.
Vehicles and scope
- 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander
- Vehicles included in NHTSA campaign 17V609000
- VIN confirmation is required
Manufacturer position
What the official procedure directs
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.
Campaign 17V609000 is based on the recalled vehicle population and VIN, not a published mileage threshold. Mileage alone cannot confirm or exclude it.
Original evidence
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Repair paths and safe checks
Separate the diagnosis from the action.
Complete recall 17V609000
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.
A year and model match does not confirm VIN eligibility. Do not substitute an owner repair for an open safety recall.
What owners reported
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Check the VIN and record what happened
Check the 17-character VIN with NHTSA or Mitsubishi. Save campaign 17V609000, any warning messages and a short description of when the symptom occurred for the service appointment.
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