Air bag sensor
Defect Summary
Mitsubishi is recalling certain model year 2012 i-miev vehicles manufactured between november 4, 2011, and december 22, 2011. incompatibility between the air bag sensors and the self-diagnostic software may deactivate the frontal and side airbag system. should this occur, the srs warning lamp would illuminate to alert the driver.
Safety Consequence
The side and curtain air bags may not deploy in a crash for which those air bags were intended to deploy, increasing the risk of personal injury to the vehicle occupants.
Corrective Action
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the incompatible air bag sensors with new, compatible units, free of charge. the safety recall began on during august 2012. owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
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FAQ: Recall 12V372000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V372000?
NHTSA recall 12V372000 was issued by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. on August 1, 2012. It addresses: Air bag sensor. The recall affects approximately 261 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V372000 or the manufacturer campaign number SR-12-003. 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.