Recall 06V334000: Cross-Member Inspection/Replacement

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Mitsubishi/Eclipse 2007

Mitsubishi/Eclipse Spyder 2007

MANUFACTURER: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 06V334000 MFG'S REPORT DATE: August 31, 2006

COMPONENT: Structure: Frame and Members

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 1516

SUMMARY:
On certain passenger vehicles, the metal forming part of the front crossmember may have been improperly stamped resulting in the metal becoming thinner in the cross-section than specified. this could, over time, result in breakage of the crossmember.

CONSEQUENCE:
Breakage of the crossmember may allow separation of the passenger side lower control arm, which may result in the loss of steering control increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:
Dealers will inspect and replace the crossmember free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on September 18, 2006. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 888-648-7820.

NOTES:
Mitsubishi recall No. SR-06-004. Customers may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.