Recall - Fuel Tank Support Bracket Reinforcement: Overview

No.: SR-08-005REV

DATE: November, 2008

MODEL: See Below

SUBJECT:
FUEL TANK BRACKET SAFETY RECALL

This Safety Recall Bulletin supercedes SR-08-005, issued September, 2008, to add instructions for submitting photographs of necking severity if the vehicle requires repairs and to advise technicians that air or power tools should not be used to loosen the fuel tank strap nuts. Revised information is indicated by <.

PURPOSE

Some affected vehicles may have a left (driver's side) rear fuel tank support bracket that was formed with a weak spot in the material. In some cases, the material of the bracket has cracked. In a severe collision, the bracket could break and allow the fuel tank to drop down, possibly causing a fuel leak.

This Recall Campaign Bulletin provides instructions for inspection of the left rear fuel tank support bracket, and if necessary, installation of a reinforcement cap to strengthen the bracket.





AFFECTED VEHICLE(S)

CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION

A letter will be sent to all owners of affected vehicles telling them to bring their vehicle to their Mitsubishi Motors dealer to have the left rear fuel tank support bracket inspected, and reinforced if necessary.

When scheduling, remind the customer to present the vehicle with 1/4 of a tank of fuel or less and to clear the back seat of any personal items. A copy of the customer notification letter is shown in this bulletin.

PARTS AND EQUIPMENT

Each dealer will be shipped an initial quantity of parts based on shipment of Affected Vehicles. Refer to the PARTS INFORMATION section later in this bulletin for additional information regarding parts. Dealers will also be supplied one APGUN50004 - 3M EPX Plus-II Applicator for applying adhesive when repairs are required. Two copies of an "Inspection Criteria for Bracket Necking" job aid are included in this mailing.

REQUIRED OPERATIONS

Before starting this recall campaign procedure, CHECK THE WARRANTY SUPERSCREEN to verify that the vehicle is an affected VIN for this campaign and that this campaign procedure has not already been completed.

Following the instructions in this recall bulletin, inspect the left rear fuel tank bracket for signs of weakening of the material. If necessary, install a reinforcement cap provided in the repair kit.











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RECALL CAMPAIGN CLAIM INFORMATION