Safety Recall NHTSA · 03V429000 Reported November 3, 2003

Mitsubishi caribbean/etacs

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. · Visibility · 394 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
03V429000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Component
Visibility
Vehicles Affected
394
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 3, 2003

Defect Summary

On certain sport utility vehicles located in the caribbean, due to a software programming error in the electronic timing and control system (etacs), while using the intermittent wiper mode, the intermittent wiper sweep time interval may increase as much as 6.8 second between wiper sweeps.

Safety Consequence

If this occurs during severe weather and during vehicle's high-speed operation, the driver visibility would be reduced, which could lead to a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the etacs module. owner notification began november 14, 2003. owners should contact mitsubishi caribbean at 1-800-981-0452.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 03V429000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 03V429000

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

What is recall 03V429000?

NHTSA recall 03V429000 was issued by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. on November 3, 2003. It addresses: Mitsubishi caribbean/etacs. The recall affects approximately 394 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V429000 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.