Brake lamp switch may not function
Defect Summary
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 outlander vehicles manufactured december 15, 2006, to october 31, 2007, and april 16, 2008, to august 22, 2009. in the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may malfunction causing the brake lights to not illuminate during brake application.
Safety Consequence
Brake lights that are inoperative would not warn other drivers that the vehicle is stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch with a new one, free of charge. the recall began in mid-october 2014. owners may contact mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. mitsubishi's number for this recall is sr-14-010. note: this recall is an expansion of recall 08v-680 and does not include any vehicles that were previously recalled.
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FAQ: Recall 14V564000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V564000?
NHTSA recall 14V564000 was issued by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. on September 12, 2014. It addresses: Brake lamp switch may not function. The recall affects approximately 37,145 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V564000 or the manufacturer campaign number SR-14-010. 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.