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Passenger car - Outlander

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Passenger car - Outlander was recalled on 9 July 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1029/10. Fire risk reported by Greece. A cable harness might be in contact with the anti-theft bracket and may eventually wear through and cause a short circuit.

Alert Number1029/10
BrandMitsubishi
CategoryMotor vehicles
Risk TypeFire
Notifying CountryGreece
Country of OriginJapan
Model NumberCW8W. The recall concerns vehicles equipped with 2.0 DiD engine, produced from January through March 2008.
Published9 July 2010

Risk Description

A cable harness might be in contact with the anti-theft bracket and may eventually wear through and cause a short circuit. If the cable for the starter motor short circuited, the starter motor could start to run whilst the car was being driven and could result in the starter motor overheating.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Passenger car

🔥 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a fire hazard related to Passenger car - Outlander.

About this risk

This product poses a fire risk due to overheating, faulty components, or flammable materials that do not meet safety standards.

Recommended action

Disconnect the product from any power source and stop using it immediately. Do not leave it unattended. Store it away from flammable materials. Contact the retailer for a refund.

Who is at risk?

All household members. Fire risks are especially dangerous for sleeping areas and children's rooms.

View on EU Safety Gate →

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