The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Cracks can occur in the top of the fuel tank due to an improper spot weld on the baffle plate to the top portion of the fuel tank.
The risk
A crack in the fuel tank could allow fuel or fumes to escape. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the upper surface of the fuel tank for any signs of cracking. If no cracking or leaking is found, dealers will install a sealing protector plate. If any cracking or leakage is found, dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-237 (00V237000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly |
| Report date | August 25, 2000 |
| Owners notified | September 25, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 10,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-237 repair free?
Yes. Mitsubishi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the upper surface of the fuel tank for any signs of cracking. If no cracking or leaking is found, dealers will install a sealing protector plate. If any cracking or leakage is found, dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 10,000 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.