Recall 96V158001: 1995–1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse

Report received

Aug 27, 1996

Manufacturer

Mitsubishi america

Potentially affected

5,731vehicles

Model years

1995–1996

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

The fuel tank gaskets for the fuel pump and/or gauge unit gasket could have been incorrectly installed allowing fuel or fumes to escape.

Possible consequence

If an ignition source were present, the fuel leakage could result in a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and if the gaskets are found to be leaking, replace the fuel tank, caps and gaskets.

Affected model years

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

• 1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse307 complaints
• 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse159 complaints