Overview
| MLIT filing number | 1124980 |
|---|---|
| Type | Statutory Recall (government-mandated recall) |
| Date filed | April 8, 2010 |
| Manufacturer(s) | Mitsubishi |
| Component | Differential |
| Production period | February 20, 2010 — March 2010 |
| Vehicles affected | 57 units |
Defect
On the rear differential, incorrect bolts were assembled to secure the rear differential rear cover. Continued use may cause these bolts to loosen, resulting in a gear oil leak. In the worst case, the vehicle may become inoperable.
Corrective action
On all vehicles, verify the rear differential serial number; on affected units, inspect the cover clamping bolts and replace them with the correct parts.
Affected models & chassis ranges
This filing lists 6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| ADC-V88W | PAJERO | V88W-0300134 — V88W-0300135 |
| ADC-V98W | PAJERO | V98W-0300211 — V98W-0300228 |
| CBA-V97W | PAJERO | V97W-0300140 — V97W-0300141 |
| DBA-V83W | PAJERO | V83W-0300161 — V83W-0300174 |
| DBA-V93W | PAJERO | V93W-0300433 — V93W-0300488 |
| KH-V78W | PAJERO | V78W-0000001 — V78W-9999999 |
Original Japanese (MLIT source text)
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状況
後輪用差動装置（リヤディファレンシャル）において、リヤディファレンシャルのリヤカバーを締結するボルトに異品を組付けたものがある。そのため、そのまま使用を続けると当該ボルトが緩み、作動油が漏れ、最悪の場合、走行不能になるおそれがある。
改善措置
全車両、リヤディファレンシャルの製造番号を確認し、該当するものは締結用ボルトを点検し、正規品と交換する。
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=3002305
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