A recall notice for Mitsubishi CE Lancer, CE Mirage, NL Pajero and WA Express/Starwagon MY1997-2000 supplied by Mitsubishi Motors Australia Ltd due to defective airbags.
Mitsubishi Motors Australia Ltd - Mitsubishi CE Lancer, CE Mirage, NL Pajero and WA Express/Starwagon MY1997-2000
PRA No.
2020/18121
Date published
17 Jan 2020
Campaign number
010163
Product description
Mitsubishi CE Lancer, CE Mirage, NL Pajero and WA Express/Starwagon
Model Years 1997-2000
produced from 31 May 1996 through 30 September 1999 (production periods differ by model)
fitted with a driver’s airbag containing a NADI 5-AT inflator
8081 vehicles affected
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
See attached VIN list
What are the defects?
Affected vehicles may be fitted with a Takata NADI 5-AT driver airbag inflator that could allow moisture to enter the unit and degrade the airbag propellant. If this occurs, the properties of the propellant may be changed so that the propellant does not react as intended during a collision, causing misdeployment of the airbag.
What are the hazards?
If an affected vehicle is involved in a collision, the airbag inflator could rupture, causing sharp metal fragments to enter the vehicle cabin at high speed, killing or injuring vehicle occupants.
There is also a risk that the airbag may underinflate in a collision and may not protect the driver as intended.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles should stop driving immediately and contact an authorised Mitsubishi Motors dealer or call Mitsubishi Motors Recall Hotline on 1800 931 811 to organise their free urgent vehicle inspection.
Consumers who are not comfortable with driving to the inspection because of the risk of the airbag misdeploying can contact Mitsubishi on 1800 931 811 to make alternative arrangements for the inspection.
If a recalled Mitsubishi vehicle is identified as containing the affected type of driver airbag inflator and it is registered for road use, Mitsubishi Motors Australia will offer to buy back the vehicle at current market value. Alternative transportation will be arranged to avoid consumer inconvenience while the buyback negotiations are taking place.
Due to the age of the vehicles, replacement airbag inflators are not available.
Consumers who are unsure of whether they are affected by this recall can visit Mitsubishi Motors Takata Safety Recall website https://www.mitsubishi-motors.com.au/customer-assistance/airbag-recall, contact the Mitsubishi Motors Recall Hotline on 1800 931 811 or contact their preferred Mitsubishi Motors dealer. Dealer locations and contact details can be found at https://www.mitsubishi-motors.com.au/shopping-tools/locate-a-dealer
Consumers who require further information can contact Mitsubishi Motors Australia on 1800 931 811 or their preferred Dealer on 1300 131 211, Option 2, Option 2 or go to https://www.mitsubishi-motors.com.au/customer-assistance/locate-a-service-centre
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Further information for consumers is available at www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls
Supplier
Mitsubishi Motors Australia Ltd
Traders who sold this product
Mitsubishi Motors Australia and Authorised Dealers
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Dates available for sale
- 22 July 1996 - 5 July 2001
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Cities and Regional Development is the responsible regulator for this recall.
