Side airbag retainer bracket
Defect Summary
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain model year 2010 endeavor model vehicles manufactured between may 26 and july 28, 2009. the retainer bracket used for the seat-mounted side airbag frames on both the driver and front passenger seats may not have been properly welded.
Safety Consequence
If this condition exists, the front seat-mounted airbags may not deploy correctly in a side impact crash, possibly resulting in injury to the seat occupant.
Corrective Action
Mmna will notify owners and dealers will inspect the weld condition of the side airbag retainer bracket on the front passenger seats. if the weld is insufficient, the dealer will replace the seatback assembly free of charge. the safety recall began on september 30, 2009. owners may contact mitsubishi customer relations department at 1-888-648-7820.
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FAQ: Recall 09V361000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 09V361000?
NHTSA recall 09V361000 was issued by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. on September 16, 2009. It addresses: Side airbag retainer bracket. The recall affects approximately 531 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V361000 or the manufacturer campaign number SR-09-003. 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.