The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some of these vehicles are equipped with outside rearview mirrors on the passenger side which do not comply with the requirements of FMVSS 111, "rearview mirrors."
The risk
This limits the driver's field of vision on that side of the vehicle.
The fix
Dealers will replace the rearview mirror.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V123002 (00V123002) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. |
| Component | Visibility › Rearview mirrors/devices › Exterior |
| Report date | May 1, 2000 |
| Owners notified | June 30, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 4,275 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V123002 repair free?
Yes. Mitsubishi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the rearview mirror.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 4,275 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.