The problem
On certain sport utility vehicles, during extremely low temperature conditions, ice can build up inside the engine throttle valve. This ice build-up could cause the accelerator pedal to stick or not to return to idle after accelerating.
The risk
Failure to return to idle could result in a vehicle crash without warning.
The fix
Dealers will reprogram the engine control computer to eliminate this condition. Owner notification began on January 29, 2003. 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 | 03V-028 (03V028000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | SR-03-001 |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. |
| Component | Vehicle speed control |
| Report date | January 30, 2003 |
| Owners notified | January 29, 2003 |
| Vehicles affected | 31,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the speed control & acceleration
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 03V-028 repair free?
Yes. Mitsubishi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will reprogram the engine control computer to eliminate this condition. Owner notification began on January 29, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 31,000 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.