The problem
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles equipped with 3.5l engines. These vehicles do not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 106, "brake hoses." these vehicles are equipped with noncompliant brake vacuum hoses.
The risk
These hoses could burst causing fluid leakage, increasing the braking capability of the vehicle and could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the vacuum hose. Owner notification began February 15, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 01V-027 (01V027000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. |
| Component | Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings |
| Report date | February 5, 2001 |
| Owners notified | February 15, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 19,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V-027 repair free?
Yes. Mitsubishi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the vacuum hose. Owner notification began February 15, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Mitsubishi at…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 19,000 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.