1988 MITSUBISHI CORDIA
1 recalls — 5 complaints — 5 TSBs
95V103004 May 24, 1995
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
Consequence
THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUGGING ON THE BELT TO MAKE SUR... Read more
Complaint Statistics
5 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | 2 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING | 1 |
| SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE | 1 |
| WHEELS | 1 |
WHEELS
Sep 8, 1999
RIGHT REAR WHEEL BEARINGS REPLACED. WHEEL BEARINGS DISINTEGRATED, CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE WHEEL HUB AND THE SPINDLE/TRAILING ARM ASSEMBLY.
SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE
Aug 28, 1997
THE RIGHT REAR WHEEL BEARINGS FAILED, CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE WHEEL HUB AND THE SPINDLE/TRAILING ARM ASSEMBLY.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Mar 18, 1996
OWNER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE AND DEALER SAID IT WOULD TAKE SIX TO EIGHT WEEKS FOR THE PARTS TO COME IN. RECALL #950522. *AK
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
Mar 7, 1995
Incident date: Mar 7, 1995
DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE SEATBELTS NOT WORKING. TT
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Feb 22, 1995
DRIVER'S SEATBELT BUCKLE HAS BROKEN, DUE TO PIECES OF PLASTIC PARTICLES FALLING INSIDE, RENDERING SEATBELT INOPERATIVE. TT
EPA Fuel Economy — 1988 MITSUBISHI CORDIA
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 26.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $3,050 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 23.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $3,050 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 29.0 | 24.0 | Regular | $2,800 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins — 1988 MITSUBISHI CORDIA
5 manufacturer communications from 5 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 1 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 1 |
TT253
Nov 26, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-19-00-008
Jul 30, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label.
TT237
Feb 26, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-13-42A-002
Jan 29, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
TSB9711003
May 1, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VALVE LASH ADJUSTER PROCEDURES - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TW
NHTSA Safety Investigations — MITSUBISHI CORDIA
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE88003
Opened: Oct 13, 1987 — Closed: Jan 21, 1988
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
NO SAFETY DEFECT TREND HAS BEEN DETECTED.===
MITSUBISHI CORDIA — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MITSUBISHI CORDIA across all model years (1983–1988).
4
Total Recalls
6
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths