MLIT Statutory Recall · Japan

Recall 1108220

Filed March 22, 2002 · Mitsubishi

Overview

MLIT filing number1108220
TypeStatutory Recall (government-mandated recall)
Date filedMarch 22, 2002
Manufacturer(s)Mitsubishi
Production periodDecember 1996 — October 23, 2001
Vehicles affected12 units

Defect

The control unit (controller) for the work implement (blade) contains software with an improper program. If the controller wiring develops a poor connection, disconnection, or similar fault, the stowed blade may begin moving unexpectedly. In the worst case, this may cause the vehicle's overall width to exceed 2.5 meters while in motion.

Corrective action

On all vehicles, replace the controller and electrical wiring with corrected parts, and add clamps and a warning lamp.

Affected models & chassis ranges

This filing lists 2 type code(s). A vehicle is affected if its chassis number falls within one of the ranges below.

Type code (型式)ModelChassis ranges
5G MG500S 5G100364
5GA MG500S(E) 5GA00023 — 5GA00125

Original Japanese (MLIT source text)

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状況

作業機(ブレード)の制御装置において、制御装置(コントローラ)のプログラムが不適 切なため、コントローラ用の配線が接触不良、断線等を起こした場合に、格納されている ブレードが突然動き出すことがあり、最悪の場合、走行中に車幅が2.5メートルを超える おそれがある。

改善措置

全車両、当該コントローラ及び電気配線を対策品に交換し、クランプ及び警告灯を追加す る。

Source & verification

This entry reproduces public data from Japan's MLIT recall registry. English text is jdmvin.com's own translation; always verify against the official source:

https://renrakuda.mlit.go.jp/renrakuda/ris-detail-car.html?class=recalldatacar&id=3000447

Check your own vehicle: to see whether this filing affects a specific chassis number — and find every other recall for it — use the chassis lookup on the home page.

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