The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The column switch levers can become loose or break over time.
The risk
Loosening or cracking of the levers can cause directional lamps that do not self-cancel or operate, head lamps that do not turn off, windshield washers that operate continuously and/or windshield wipers that do not operate.
The fix
Dealers will install a redesigned switch.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V305001 (99V305001) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | SR-99-003 |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. |
| Component | Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Switch/wiring |
| Report date | November 1, 1999 |
| Owners notified | December 13, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 98,817 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V305001 repair free?
Yes. Mitsubishi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a redesigned switch.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 98,817 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.