Vehicle recall 04V138000 · March 23, 2004
2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
On certain passenger vehicles sold in the united states and puerto rico, the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) and gross axle weight rating (GAWR) as stated on the certification…
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain passenger vehicles sold in the united states and puerto rico, the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) and gross axle weight rating (GAWR) as stated on the certification label are in error.
- Consequence
- Overloading can damage your vehicle, adversely affect vehicle performance, including handling and braking, cause tire failure, and result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the label. The recall began on may 31, 2004. Owners should contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.
- Notes
- Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 04V138000
- Reported to NHTSA
- March 23, 2004
- Filed by
- MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Owner notification
- May 31, 2004
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 7,278
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Equipment › Other › Labels
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution (2003): 2003
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