Mitsubishi america/power steering tube
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles built with v6 engines to federal emission standards. the power steering fluid feed tube can come in contact with an exhaust manifold mounted heat shield causing a hole to be worn through the power steering pipe allowing fluid leakage.
Safety Consequence
Leaking power steering fluid can result in a fire and continued loss of fluid will result in a loss of power assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the power steering tube with one having a new routing. owner notification began november 26, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi america at 1-800-222-0037.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 01V295001
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 01V295001?
NHTSA recall 01V295001 was issued by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. on September 25, 2001. It addresses: Mitsubishi america/power steering tube. The recall affects approximately 25,803 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V295001 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.