Prolonged braking by collision avoidance system
Defect Summary
Mitsubishi motors north america (mmna) is recalling certain 2018 mitsubishi outlander phev, outlander sport, 2018-2019 eclipse cross, and 2017-2018 outlander vehicles equipped with a forward collision mitigation (fcm) system that detects pedestrians. due to incorrect software, the fcm-ecu (electronic control unit) may apply braking for longer than needed, even after a pedestrian is no longer detected.
Safety Consequence
If the fcm-ecu software activates the brake for longer than necessary, the driver may react by applying additional braking. the resulting rapid deceleration of the vehicle can increase the risk of a rear-end collision.
Corrective Action
Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the fcm-ecu software with updated software, free of charge. the recall is began october 16, 2018. owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. mmna's number for this recall is sr-18-007.
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FAQ: Recall 18V620000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V620000?
NHTSA recall 18V620000 was issued by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. on September 14, 2018. It addresses: Prolonged braking by collision avoidance system. The recall affects approximately 9,166 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 18V620000 or the manufacturer campaign number SR-18-007. 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.