Water intrusion may cause wiper motor failure
Defect Summary
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 outlander sport vehicles manufactured august 26, 2010, to january 5, 2015. in the affected vehicles, water may drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole. the water may cause internal corrosion of the windshield wiper motor and the possible failure of the motor.
Safety Consequence
Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. the manufacturer has begun the recall, but parts are not yet available; a second notice will be sent when parts are available. owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. mmna's number for this recall is sr-16-010.
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FAQ: Recall 16V792000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V792000?
NHTSA recall 16V792000 was issued by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. on October 31, 2016. It addresses: Water intrusion may cause wiper motor failure. The recall affects approximately 93,801 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V792000 or the manufacturer campaign number SR-16-010. 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.