Mitsubishi america/electrical harness
Defect Summary
On certain passenger vehicles, routing of the vehicle's front harness can allow it to come in contact with a rough edge, allowing abrasion. This could result in grounded circuits.
Safety Consequence
There could be a loss of stop or turn signal lamp operation or engine hesitation.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a protector, eliminating any harness contact. owner notification began july 8, 2002. 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 at 1-800-222-0037.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 02V147000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02V147000?
NHTSA recall 02V147000 was issued by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. on May 29, 2002. It addresses: Mitsubishi america/electrical harness. The recall affects approximately 3,378 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V147000 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.