The problem
Mitsubishi is recalling certain model year 2012 outlander sport vehicles, manufactured from November 9, 2011, through December 16, 2011. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the turn signal levers in the vehicle were not manufactured correctly, which could result in the auto-cancel function of the turn signal becoming inoperative.
The risk
The turn signal May continue to signal an intended directional change after a point when the auto-cancel function, if operating properly, would have terminated the signal. A following or oncoming driver May receive inaccurate indications of the vehicle operator's intended maneuvers, thereby increasing the risk of a crash between vehicles due to improper vehicle signaling.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the turn signal lever and replace it with a new one free of charge. No vehicles have been retailed to customers with this potential condition, no recall bulletin or owner letters will be prepared. You May contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 12V-001 (12V001000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. |
| Component | Exterior lighting › Turn signal |
| Report date | January 3, 2012 |
| Owners notified | January 9, 2012 |
| Vehicles affected | 21 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 12V-001 repair free?
Yes. Mitsubishi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the turn signal lever and replace it with a new one free of charge. No vehicles have been retailed to customers with this potential condition, no recall bulletin or owner letters will be prepared.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 21 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.