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Recall of the 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor

Make / Models / Years:
MITSUBISHI / ENDEAVOR / 2005
Manufacturer : MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Manufacturer’s Report Number : SR-06-001
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 06V068000
Mfg's Report Date : MAR 08, 2006
Component:SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION DISC:CALIPER
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 4359

Summary: On certain sport utility vehicles, the material used to manufacture the front disc brake calipers may be brittle due to improper metallurgy.

Consequence: This could cause fracture of the brake caliper and subsequent unexpected partial loss of braking force, which could result in a vehicle crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front brake caliper if necessary free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

Notes: Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration’s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safecar.gov.