Mitsubishi america/crankshaft pulley bolt
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles: mirage model vehicles equipped with 1.5l engines; montero sport models equipped with 3.0l engines; and montero models equipped with 3.0l engines. the bolt securing the crankshaft pulley can become loose and the pulley could fall off the vehicle.
Safety Consequence
The condition can result in a loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
On the mirage vehicles, the dealers will install a new, improved crankshaft pulley bolt on the older engines. on new engines which already have the improved bolt, the dealer will tighten the crankshaft pulley bolt to the correct torque specification. on the montero models, dealers will tighten the crankshaft pulley bolt to the correct torque specifications. if the bolt is damaged, it will be replaced.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. or involving Engine And Engine Cooling.
FAQ: Recall 00V311001
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V311001?
NHTSA recall 00V311001 was issued by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. on October 2, 2000. It addresses: Mitsubishi america/crankshaft pulley bolt. The recall affects approximately 210,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V311001 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.