Reason for recall: Due to the use of inappropriate material for the drive belt on the 4B1 Petrol engine the nylon idler pulley(s) may wear at an angle. If this continues under this condition the drive belt will be forced off the pulleys. This can lead to battery depletion Overheating and on vehicles with hydraulic power steering the steering effort will increase.
When was it announced?
Nov 28, 2014
What action are Mitsubishi taking?
Replace drive belt. Check and if necessary replace idler pulley(s)
Does this affect your Outlander?
This issue affects OUTLANDER, this particular recall is for the Outlander.