REC-005048

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2015–2019 MITSUBISHI MQ and MR Triton

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: MITSUBISHI MOTORS AUSTRALIA LIMITED

Recall date: 11 March 2020

Defect

Due to incorrect installation, the genuine accessory towbar wiring harness (where fitted) may allow liquids to contact the electrical circuits. This may cause the harness and its surrounds to overheat, burn or catch fire.

Hazard

If the tow bar wiring harness or its surrounds burn or catch fire, there is a risk of injury to vehicle occupants and other road users.

Remedy

Mitsubishi Motors Australia will write to affected owners and advise them to present their vehicle to their preferred dealer to have the wiring harness reinstalled, free of charge. Note: These Tow Bar Wiring Harnesses are fitted to vehicles after purchase, only vehicles with this accessory may be affected. For more information, consumers can contact their preferred Mitsubishi Motors Australia dealer on 1300 131 211, or contact Mitsubishi Motors Australia Customer Care on 1800 931 811.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — MITSUBISHI MOTORS AUSTRALIA LIMITED — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-005048

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