The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The harness for the crankshaft position sensor could come in contact with a new protective shield causing a grounded circuit.
The risk
Prolonged wiring harness contact with the heat shield will cause the wiring insulation to wear and eventually to ground out. This could cause the engine to die-out, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will re-route the crankshaft position sensor harness.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V299001 (00V299001) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. |
| Component | Engine and engine cooling › Engine |
| Report date | October 2, 2000 |
| Owners notified | November 20, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 6,037 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the engine & cooling
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V299001 repair free?
Yes. Mitsubishi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will re-route the crankshaft position sensor harness.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 6,037 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.