Overview
| MLIT filing number | 1108830 |
|---|---|
| Type | Statutory Recall (government-mandated recall) |
| Date filed | October 10, 2002 |
| Manufacturer(s) | Mitsubishi |
| Component | Differential |
| Production period | October 17, 2001 — November 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 637 units |
Defect
In the power transfer system of four-wheel-drive vehicles, the press-fit tool used to install the rear axle differential seal is incorrect, causing the seal to be damaged during installation. Continued use allows oil to leak at high speed. In the worst case, the rear axle differential is damaged and the vehicle becomes inoperable.
Corrective action
On all vehicles, inspect the oil level in the rear axle differential. If the oil level meets the required minimum, replace the seal with a conforming part. If the oil level is below the required minimum, replace the rear axle differential assembly with a conforming unit.
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) | Model | Chassis ranges |
|---|---|---|
| LA-CU2W | AIRTREK | CU2W-0006412 — CU2W-0007274 |
| TA-CU4W | AIRTREK | CU4W-0005274 — CU4W-0005765 |
Original Japanese (MLIT source text)
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状況
４輪駆動車の動力伝達装置において、後軸差動装置のオイルシール組付け治具が不適切 なため、当該治具によるオイルシール圧入時、オイルシールが損傷し、そのままの状態で 使用を続けると、高速走行中にオイルが漏れ、最悪の場合、後軸差動装置が損傷し走行不 能になるおそれがある。
改善措置
全車両、後軸差動装置のオイル残量を確認し、オイル残量が必要量以上の場合は当該オ イルシールを良品と交換する。また、オイル残量が必要量未満の場合は後軸差動装置を良 品と交換する。
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=3000514
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