The 1992 Mitsubishi Expo has two recalls, the more serious affecting all-wheel drive models where the transfer case can lock up due to insufficient lubrication, causing sudden loss of vehicle control and raising the risk of a crash.
The second recall involves the door latch switch, where excess lubrication can deform a rubber cover and cause the switch to malfunction. On affected vehicles, closing the door may not retract the shoulder belt anchor from the A-pillar into its proper position, leaving the occupant without adequate belt restraint in a crash.
At a glance
What can fail
The transfer case in all-wheel drive vehicles may lock up due to inadequate lubrication from low oil levels or leaks.
What the fix does
Dealers will check oil level and inspect for leaks. Low oil will be topped off, leaking parts will be replaced, or the entire transfer case will be replaced if damaged.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
Excess lubrication can deform the rubber cover on the door latch switch, causing it to malfunction. When this happens, the shoulder belt anchor stays at the A-pillar instead of moving to its normal position when the door closes.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the door latch switch.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
