Mitsubishi/fmvss 225/owners manual instructions
Defect Summary
Certain sport utility and passenger vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the owner's manual does not contain a step-by-step description for headrest adjustment when installing a child restraint system (crs) tether strap.
Safety Consequence
If the tether strap is improperly installed to the tether anchor, the child safety seat may not be sufficient restrained. in the event of a crash, the child could be injured.
Corrective Action
A letter outlining the problem will be sent to owners along with a sticker containing the correct instructions as well as instructions on where to affix the sticker in the owner's manual. the recall began on march 29, 2004. owners should contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.
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FAQ: Recall 04V067000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04V067000?
NHTSA recall 04V067000 was issued by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. on February 11, 2004. It addresses: Mitsubishi/fmvss 225/owners manual instructions. The recall affects approximately 134,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V067000 or the manufacturer campaign number SR-04-002. 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.