Mitsubishi issues recall for over 7000 Aussie cars because of a dangerous missing detail
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Members, if you've bought a Mitsubishi car in the last three years, you'll want to take a minute to check this recall..
The company has recently issued a recall for 7468 of its 2020-2022 vehicles that were sold here in Australia – including the ASX, Eclipse Cross, Express, Mirage, Outlander, Pajero, Pajero Sport, and Triton models – over a potentially fatal missing warning label to protect small kids from choking.
Back in June last year, the government introduced highly important legislation which stated all products powered by button batteries have to be produced in a way that makes sure children won't be able to get access to them.
Unfortunately, it has now been discovered some car key fobs which had been supplied with the vehicles Mitsubishi sold during that period didn't have these necessary warnings.
Button batteries can be incredibly dangerous if swallowed – they can cause severe chemical burns and severe internal damage leading to serious injury or even death.
Understandably, the Japanese carmaker has taken on this issue very seriously and is now offering a free inspection and rectification.
If you're the owner of one of the impacted cars, it's important to contact your preferred dealer (you can do so through this website) immediately to check if your car is part of the recall, and their experts can inspect it and ensure the necessary warnings are present.
You'll need to bring both keys, your vehicle owner's manual and service warranty books to the appointment.
If you feel unsure whether your vehicle is affected by the recall, you're more than welcome to get in contact with Mitsubishi's customer service – phone 1300 131 211 or email [email protected] – for more information.
The safety of our loved ones should always be a top priority. It is concerning to discover that some car key fobs supplied with Mitsubishi vehicles during the 2020-2022 period did not comply with necessary safety regulations.
It's reassuring to know that Mitsubishi is taking this issue seriously and offering a free inspection and rectification service to ensure the safety of all affected cars.
Car manufacturers Honda and Mitsubishi have recently issued voluntary recalls for vehicles produced between 1997 and 2000 due to a significant safety concern related to faulty airbags.
These airbags have the potential to 'mis-deploy' in an accident, causing metal fragments to propel out of the airbag at high speeds, which can result in severe injury or even death to the driver or other vehicle occupants.
Mitsubishi Motors also highlighted in a separate notice that the airbags are at risk of under-inflating in a collision, which could lead to a reduced level of protection for the vehicle occupants.
Moreover, the front driver's airbag inflator could allow moisture to enter the unit and deteriorate the airbag propellant, potentially compromising its effectiveness in case of an accident.
For the full report, read the article here.
Members, have you or anyone you know been affected by this recall? Do you believe that manufacturers should be held more accountable for ensuring product safety? Let us know your thoughts, and share your experiences in the comments below.
The company has recently issued a recall for 7468 of its 2020-2022 vehicles that were sold here in Australia – including the ASX, Eclipse Cross, Express, Mirage, Outlander, Pajero, Pajero Sport, and Triton models – over a potentially fatal missing warning label to protect small kids from choking.
Back in June last year, the government introduced highly important legislation which stated all products powered by button batteries have to be produced in a way that makes sure children won't be able to get access to them.
Unfortunately, it has now been discovered some car key fobs which had been supplied with the vehicles Mitsubishi sold during that period didn't have these necessary warnings.
Mitsubishi Australia recalls thousands of vehicles due to missing button battery warnings on car keys, which pose a choking hazard for children. Credit: Mitsubishi-motors.com.au.
Button batteries can be incredibly dangerous if swallowed – they can cause severe chemical burns and severe internal damage leading to serious injury or even death.
Understandably, the Japanese carmaker has taken on this issue very seriously and is now offering a free inspection and rectification.
If you're the owner of one of the impacted cars, it's important to contact your preferred dealer (you can do so through this website) immediately to check if your car is part of the recall, and their experts can inspect it and ensure the necessary warnings are present.
You'll need to bring both keys, your vehicle owner's manual and service warranty books to the appointment.
If you feel unsure whether your vehicle is affected by the recall, you're more than welcome to get in contact with Mitsubishi's customer service – phone 1300 131 211 or email [email protected] – for more information.
The safety of our loved ones should always be a top priority. It is concerning to discover that some car key fobs supplied with Mitsubishi vehicles during the 2020-2022 period did not comply with necessary safety regulations.
It's reassuring to know that Mitsubishi is taking this issue seriously and offering a free inspection and rectification service to ensure the safety of all affected cars.
Car manufacturers Honda and Mitsubishi have recently issued voluntary recalls for vehicles produced between 1997 and 2000 due to a significant safety concern related to faulty airbags.
These airbags have the potential to 'mis-deploy' in an accident, causing metal fragments to propel out of the airbag at high speeds, which can result in severe injury or even death to the driver or other vehicle occupants.
Mitsubishi Motors also highlighted in a separate notice that the airbags are at risk of under-inflating in a collision, which could lead to a reduced level of protection for the vehicle occupants.
Moreover, the front driver's airbag inflator could allow moisture to enter the unit and deteriorate the airbag propellant, potentially compromising its effectiveness in case of an accident.
For the full report, read the article here.
New legislation introduced in June 2022 requires mandatory warning labels on all products with button batteries to prevent child access. Credit: Mitsubishi-motors.com.au.
Members, have you or anyone you know been affected by this recall? Do you believe that manufacturers should be held more accountable for ensuring product safety? Let us know your thoughts, and share your experiences in the comments below.
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