Safety Recall NHTSA · 94V080000 Reported April 20, 1994

Fuel:fuel systems

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. · N/A · 12,890 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
94V080000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
12,890
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 20, 1994

Defect Summary

The vehicles failed the lateral moving barrier impact test requirements of fmvss 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel leakage from the gas tank exceeded the maximum allowable amount of spillage.

Safety Consequence

In the event of an accident, the fuel spillage can result in a fire if exposed to a source of ignition.

Corrective Action

Mitsubishi has developed an appropriate countermeasure that will comply with all requirements of fmvss 301.

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 94V080000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 94V080000

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

What is recall 94V080000?

NHTSA recall 94V080000 was issued by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. on April 20, 1994. It addresses: Fuel:fuel systems. The recall affects approximately 12,890 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 94V080000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.