Replacement battery may cause stall
Defect Summary
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mitsubishi) is recalling certain replacement lithium-ion batteries installed on certain 2012 mitsubishi i-miev vehicles. The batteries were manufactured december 18, 2012, through december 21, 2012. the batteries may have internal contamination possibly causing reduced voltage. also, the batteries may also develop a short-circuit during charging.
Safety Consequence
Internal contamination of the battery may cause reduced voltage resulting in a stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Mitsubishi will notify the owners instructing them to take their vehicle to a dealer where the batteries will be replaced free of charge. the recall began on june 14, 2013. owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0307. mitsubishi's recall number is sr-13-006.
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FAQ: Recall 13E031000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13E031000?
NHTSA recall 13E031000 was issued by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. on June 7, 2013. It addresses: Replacement battery may cause stall. The recall affects approximately 2 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 13E031000 or the manufacturer campaign number SR-13-006. 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.