Transport CanadaHigh Risk
2008 MITSUBISHI LANCERTransport Canada Recall #2009317
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles operated in areas of heavy road salt usage, the front impact sensors may corrode between the sensor bushing and sensor bracket. Over time, the corrosion may cause a crack to develop in the sensor case allowing water intrusion and short circuit of the sensor. This could result in delayed deployment of the driver and passenger front airbags during a vehicle crash, increasing the risk of personal injuries or death.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front impact sensors.
22,440 vehicles affectedMfr ref: SR-09-005Updated June 10, 2026