Passenger side front air bag inflator may explode
Defect Summary
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain 2004-2006 mitsubishi lancer vehicles that previously received a like-for-like passenger side frontal air bag inflator under recall 15v321 as interim remedy. also recalled are 2004-2006 lancer vehicles located in guam or saipan that previously received or never received a new inflator under 15v321 or 17v569. these passenger side frontal air bag inflators may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to explode in the event of an air bag deployment.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action
Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will install a final replacement passenger side frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. the recall began on april 26, 2018. owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. mmna's number for this recall is sr-18-005.
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FAQ: Recall 18V220000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V220000?
NHTSA recall 18V220000 was issued by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. on April 5, 2018. It addresses: Passenger side front air bag inflator may explode. The recall affects approximately 17,120 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 18V220000 or the manufacturer campaign number SR-18-005. 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.