Safety Recall NHTSA · 13V300000 Reported July 8, 2013

Strut stabilizer link bracket may disconnect

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. · Suspension · 305 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
13V300000
Manufacturer Campaign
SR-13-008
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
305
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 8, 2013

Defect Summary

Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain model year 2013 outlander sport vehicles manufactured january 17, 2013, through january 25, 2013. The stabilizer link bracket on the left front strut was improperly welded. as a result, the link may detach and cause damage to the tire and/or brake hose.

Safety Consequence

If the stabilizer link bracket damages the tire and/or brake line, the driver may have more difficulty controlling the steering of the vehicle, or the vehicle may require a longer stopping distance to come to a complete and controlled stop. either condition increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the front left strut assembly free of charge. the recall began on july 30, 2013. owners may contact mmna at 1-888-648-7820. mmna's recall number is sr-13-008.

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 13V300000 or campaign SR-13-008.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 13V300000

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

What is recall 13V300000?

NHTSA recall 13V300000 was issued by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. on July 8, 2013. It addresses: Strut stabilizer link bracket may disconnect. The recall affects approximately 305 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V300000 or the manufacturer campaign number SR-13-008. 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.