Safety Recall NHTSA · 00V237000 Reported August 25, 2000

Mitsubishi america/fuel tank

Q: What is recall 00V237000?

NHTSA recall 00V237000 was issued by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. on August 25, 2000. It addresses: Mitsubishi america/fuel tank. The recall affects approximately 10,000 vehicles , with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. · Fuel System, Gasoline · 10,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

00V237000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Vehicles Affected

10,000

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

August 25, 2000

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. cracks can occur in the top of the fuel tank due to an improper spot weld on the baffle plate to the top portion of the fuel tank.

Safety Consequence

A crack in the fuel tank could allow fuel or fumes to escape. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the upper surface of the fuel tank for any signs of cracking. if no cracking or leaking is found, dealers will install a sealing protector plate. if any cracking or leakage is found, dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 00V237000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 00V237000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 00V237000?

NHTSA recall 00V237000 was issued by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. on August 25, 2000. It addresses: Mitsubishi america/fuel tank. The recall affects approximately 10,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V237000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.