Recall 09V349000: 2008–2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution and 2 other models

Report received

Sep 8, 2009

Manufacturer

Mitsubishi motors north america…

Potentially affected

6,903vehicles

Model years

2008–2009

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

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.

Possible consequence

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

Remedy

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.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution36 complaints
• 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution2 complaints
• 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart22 complaints
• 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback Ralliart0 complaints