Product description
Mitsubishi CH Lancer Sedan/Wagon
Model Year 2004-2007
Mitsubishi CY Lancer EVO Sedan
Model Years 2004-2007
Mitsubishi CZ Lancer EVO Sedan
Model Years 2004-2007
Front passenger side airbag inflators
35 740 affected vehicles
This recall is to rectify Mitsubishi Lancer vehicles that have already had their Takata airbag inflators replaced with Takata airbag inflators of the same type ('like-for-like' replacement) under PRA2015/14936 (Campaign Number 010093), which was published on 1st October 2015:
https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls/mitsubishi-motors-australia-limited-%E2%80%94-ch-lancer-sedanwagon-and-cy-and-cz-lancer-evo-sedan-my2004-2007
This recall has been updated on 13 March 2019, 10 June 2019 and 17 July 2019 to attach updated VIN list
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Reason the product is recalled
Airbag inflator: As it gets older, a combination of high temperatures and humidity can cause the airbag inflator propellant to degrade. If an affected vehicle is involved in a collision triggering the airbag, the metal inflator housing may explode/rupture under too much internal pressure.
The hazards to consumers
In the event that a defective airbag inflator ruptures, metal fragments may propel out through the airbag cushion towards the vehicle occupants causing serious injury or fatality.
What consumers should do
Owners of affected vehicles should contact their local Mitsubishi dealership or Mitsubishi head office directly via the website at https://www.mitsubishi-motors.com.au/owners/contact-us.html to arrange for a replacement airbag inflator free of charge.
Consumers who are unsure whether they are affected can also use Mitsubishi's VIN look-up tool https://www.mitsubishi-motors.com.au/owners/vehicle-recall.html or contact Mitsubishi on the general consumer line: 1300 13 12 11 or the dedicated recall line: 1800 931 811 or contact their preferred dealer.
Alternatively, consumers can use their registration plate number to check if their vehicle is affected by going to http://www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au
We also recommend you visit https://www.productsafety.gov.au/newsletter/subscribe to subscribe to receive updates about current and future recalls as they are published.
Further information for consumers is available at: https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls/compulsory-takata-airbag-recall
Details to help identify the product
Supplier running the recall
Who sold the product
Mitsubishi Motors Australia Ltd and Authorised Dealers
Identifying product features
Dates available for sale
Where the product was sold
Responsible regulators
Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.
Quote PRA number 2018/16731 when contacting a regulator about this recall.
Recall and remedy questions
Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:
- a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
- concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.
