Transfer Case Officially Recalled

[SPINK44]

ATTN: SO-CAL'S POMONA MITS HAS RE-SEAL KITS IN STOCK. THE TRANSFERS ARE ONLY BEING REPLACED ON A CASE BY CASE BASIS WITH APPROVAL FROM MITSUBISHI CORP.. DEALERS CAN NOT PUT THEM IN EVERY CAR. MITS CORP. GIVES THE OK. DEALERS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO STOCK THE TRANSFERS, THEY GET ORDERED PER CAR WITH PRIOR APPROVAL FROM MMSA. LOOK FOR YOUR LETTERS OR CALL WITH YOUR VIN#'S

[ajimbo]

Now Dodge dealership called my friend(in Canada, because right now, I am in Japan..) and told him the parts are in for my car for the installation.

I realized a very important thing...


I remember that when I got my car inspected for my transfer/trans lock up, they were saying, they don't know if it is my tranny or transfer case that locked up, because if the transfer case locks up, it could screw up the transmission at the same time or something like that. I hope they can fix the transmission at the same time....ughh... I know this is gonna be a tough one...


I am sure someone else has a same deal like mine... Has anyone talked them about it?

ah. I wished our drivetrain is as solid as Supra's...(I know, I know.. Mitsu rules, but just saying)

[surgeon83]

A lot of Supras have problems with grinding in second gear just like our transmissions. But their 6-speeds cost about $1000-$1200 more than ours to replace. So there! Plus their drivetrains are much simpler b/c they're rear wheel drive instead of AWD. So they don't even have a TC to begin with.

[1121]

Just called in to a Local Santa Monica mitsu.
Some bastard who always have ripped me off and i ve never gone back too, have told me to come in for a check on the T/C.
Great. thx to all.

[cotmfk]

I got the recall in the mail on Friday!!! I really needed this. I am away from my car until January 6th or so, though, so I won't be doing it until then. But, I will let you guys know what you want...

(I don't know if this is old news or not... I haven't checked the board in a while as I have been swamped with schoolwork lately, but just thought I would share for those who are interested.)

[Vr4me]

Affected Vehicles
Model: 1991-1999 3000GT VR-4


Dear Mitsubishi Owner,

This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. You may have recieved prior notice to have your transfer case oil in your vehicle inspected. Parts are now available for transfer case seal replacement.

What is the safety issue? Mitsubishi Motors Sales of America, Inc. has determined that a defect which affects vehicle safety exists in certain 1991 through 1999 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4 vehicles. There is a possibility that a leak in the transfer case may cause bearing failure and subsequent lock-up of the wheels, which could result in a crash.

What your retailer will do? Your retailer will inspect the transfer case for leakage or damage, if necessary, replace seals and re-fill the transfer case to the proper level; or replace the transfer case if there is evidence of damage.

[b]What should you do? Please contact your authorized Mitsubishi retailer immediately to schedule an appointment for the repair. There will be no charge for this repair.

Have you changed your address? If you have changed your address or sold the vehicle, please fill out the enclosed postcard and mail it to us.

If you have already encountered problems described above and have paid for the repair, you may send your original reciepts and/or other adequate proof of payment to the following address for reimbursement. Please include a daytime phone number. Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America, Inc., Customers Connections Dept., P.O. Box 6400, Cypress, CA 90630-0064.

If you have trouble getting your vehicle repaired promply and at no charge,please inform us by calling:

Mitsubishi Customer Connections Department
(888)MITSU-2002 (888-648-7820)
Hours: Monday-Saturday 7 a.m. to 10 p.m (Central Standard Time)

If after contacting Mitsubishi Customer Connections, you still have a problem having your vehicle repaired promptly and without charge, write to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Saety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW, Washington, D.C. 20590, or call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free (888)327-4236.

Mitsubishi is committed to making your safety our first concern and we regret any inconvenience to you caused by this recall.

[Yellow Stealth]

DaimlerChrysler

SAFETY RECALL TO INSPECT AND REPAIR YOUR VEHICLE"S TRANSFER CASE

Dear Stealth R/T Owner:

This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.

DaimlerChrysler Corparation has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in some 1991 through 1996 model year Dodge Stealth R/T Twin Turbo All Wheel Drive vehicles.

The problem is...
Oil leakage from the transfer case on your Stealth (identified on the enclosed form) may cause the transfer case to fail. This could cause the wheels to lock up and result in an accident without warning.

What DaimlerChrysler and your dealer will do...
DaimlerChrysler will repair your vehicle free of charge (parts and labor). To do this, your dealer will inpect the transfer case for indications of oil leakage. Vehicles that have no oil leakage will have the transfer case oil changed. Vehicles that have oil leakage will have the transfer case resealed or replaced if necessary. The inspection and oil change will take about 1/2 hour to complete. Resealing or replacing the transfer cae will require another 1-2 hours. However, additional time may be necessary depending on how dealer appointments are scheduled and processed.

What you must do to ensure your safety...
Simply contact your dealer right away to schedule a service appointment. Ask the dealer to hold the parts for your vehicle or to order them before your appointment.

Bring the enclosed form with you to your dealer. It identifies the required service to the dealer.

If you need help...
If you have any questions or concerns which the dealer is unable to resolve, please contact the DaimlerChrysler Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-853-1403. A representative will assist you.

If you have already experienced the problem described above and have paid to have it repaired, you may send your original receipts and/or other adequate proof of payment to the following address for reimbursement: DaimlerChrysler Customer Assistance Center, P.O. Box 1040, St. Charles, MO 63302-1040, Attention: Reimbursement.

If your dealer fails or is unable to remedy this defect without charge and within a reasonable time, you may submit a written complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20590, or call the toll-free Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

We're sorry for any inconvenience, but we are sincerely concerned about your safety. Thank you for your attention to this important matter.

Customer Services Field Operations
DaimlerChrysler Corporation
B17

[Mammoth gt]

I received mine in the mail, too. Cool. Closest Mits dealer is 165 miles away...in Reno, NV. I'll have to get it on a lift here in town to check for leaks and go from there.

[fou]

Got my service card in the mail today!!!
Merry X-mas!!!

[BCTURBO]

Fou,

Please let us know how the dealer handles your recall considering you have a 6-speed tranny & transfer case but a 1992 VIN. So far, my local Dodge dealer seems unwilling to honor the recall on my 92 stealth with 6-speed conversion. When I called the Chrysler recall hotline, they told me that my car was ineliglble because it has been "modified." If replacement is needed, they will only replace the transfer case on 91-93 vehicles with another 5-speed transfer case. I am not sure yet whether they will re-seal it if that is all that is needed.