Recalls
Recall 127331
USA Recall: If the fcm-ecu software activates the brake for longer than necessary, the driver may react by applying additional braking. the resulting rapid deceleration of the vehicle can increase the risk of a rear-end collision.
Mitsubishi motors north america (mmna) is recalling certain 2018 mitsubishi outlander phev, outlander sport, 2018-2019 eclipse cross, and 2017-2018 outlander vehicles equipped with a forward collision mitigation (fcm) system that detects pedestrians. due to incorrect software, the fcm-ecu (electronic control unit) may apply braking for longer than needed, even after a pedestrian is no longer detected.
Corrective Action:
Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the fcm-ecu software with updated software, free of charge. the recall is began october 16, 2018. owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. mmna's number for this recall is sr-18-007.
Additional Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected Vehicles