The problem
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 i-MiEV electric vehicles manufactured September 15, 2009, to March 25, 2014. Due to either software programming or corrosion caused by road salt, the brake vacuum pump may stop functioning.
The risk
If the brake vacuum pump stops functioning, the distance needed to stop the vehicle may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and depending on the affected vehicle, dealers will either reprogram the brake vacuum pump controller, replace the brake vacuum pump or do both, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-007.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 14V-522 (14V522000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | SR-14-007 |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. |
| Component | Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Vacuum |
| Report date | September 2, 2014 |
| Owners notified | October 24, 2014 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,810 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Plus 2 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 14V-522 repair free?
Yes. Mitsubishi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and depending on the affected vehicle, dealers will either reprogram the brake vacuum pump controller, replace the brake vacuum pump or do both, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2014.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,810 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.