The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, the main under hood electrical wiring harness May have insufficient clearance between the engine control harness and the exhaust heat shield. As a result, the harness could come in contact with the heat shield, which could result in melting of the harness insulation.
The risk
The melting of the harness insulation could result in grounding of the crank angle sensor wiring, causing the engine to run erratically or stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the harness for damage and, if none is evident, will tie the harness back to prevent the harness from ever coming into contact with the heat shield. Any harness that shows evidence of damage will be repaired as necessary and then tied back to prevent future damage. Owner notification began May 13, 2002. 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 | 02V100001 (02V100001) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. |
| Component | Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood |
| Report date | April 7, 2002 |
| Owners notified | May 13, 2002 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,885 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 02V100001 repair free?
Yes. Mitsubishi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the harness for damage and, if none is evident, will tie the harness back to prevent the harness from ever coming into contact with the heat shield.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,885 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.