The problem
Certain sport utility and passenger vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the owner's manual does not contain a step-by-step description for headrest adjustment when installing a child restraint system (crs) tether strap.
The risk
If the tether strap is improperly installed to the tether anchor, the child safety seat May not be sufficient restrained. In the event of a crash, the child could be injured.
The fix
A letter outlining the problem will be sent to owners along with a sticker containing the correct instructions as well as instructions on where to affix the sticker in the owner's manual. The recall began on March 29, 2004. Owners should contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 04V-067 (04V067000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | SR-04-002 |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. |
| Component | Equipment › Other › Owners/service/other manual |
| Report date | February 11, 2004 |
| Owners notified | March 29, 2004 |
| Vehicles affected | 134,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the equipment & accessories
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 04V-067 repair free?
Yes. Mitsubishi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: A letter outlining the problem will be sent to owners along with a sticker containing the correct instructions as well as instructions on where to affix the sticker in the owner's manual. The recall began on March 29, 2004.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 134,000 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.