Rear spring 'U' Bolt recall (merged threads)

[WoodGnome]

I received a Recall Letter concerning the Rear suspension spring 'U' Bolt.

Letter states that there is a possibility of the Rear suspension spring 'U" bolt developing cracks in service that could lead to them breaking.

Has any one heard or had this problem as yet?

[Notso]

Haven't heard about it over here.

What year model have you got? Petrol or diesel?

[WoodGnome]

Year is 2007
Model Code RZ8XLS47
Motor 3.2 CDi DOHC Diesel Auto

[Install]

Yep already had the recall letter (Here in NZ) and the ute's been in for the exchange. Apparently, so i was told these U Bolts are prone to rusting and then cracking so it is a complete recall on a safety point.
The letter came from Mitsubishi NZ directly.

[Notso]

Just rang my dealer and they haven't heard anything about it here in Aus.

Spoke to the foreman he checked their web site and nothing on the rear springs except the squeaking issue.

[Install]

For interest The recall number is # 815

[WoodGnome]

They have replaced the 'U' bolts. Look like it made from Stainless Steel now.

Finally done the Mod for the squeaking springs, after the second attempt to fix it.

[tritongirl]

tok ours back in for its second service and the squeek is gone thank goodness for that it was so embarrasing

[Jitsukablue]

Can confirm that this recall applies in Australia too. Some dealerships have had advanced warning emails as the Government websites may have this information before the letters arrive for Triton owners.

Spring/Diff 'U' Bolts and compliance plates.


*edit*... here it is http://www.recalls.gov.au/view_recall_detail.php?Recall_ID_Auto=16256

[Adz]

Finally done the Mod for the squeaking springs, after the second attempt to fix it.

How did you fix it mate?

[Homer]

Todays Courier Mail page 14.
Vehicle Safety Recall

"Some" ML Triton's manufactured between December 2000 and June 2007.
Micro cracks in the bent portion of the rear axle U bolt resulting in corrosion ingress and possible failure.

All owners of affected vehicles will be contacted at their last known address. Anyone without a letter by March 30 who believes they should get one contact MMAL cust service on 1300 13 12 11

[ArrowsWA]

Wondering who else got this recall notice, got mine in todays mail, basically found some cracks in the bend that create a risk of shearing if corrosion gets into them, notice advises cause and effect may effect insurance and steering stability issues???? or as they put it failure of the u-bolt, may cause miss-alignment of the rear axle and difficulty maintaining directional control of vehicle mmm yep reckon it could eh

[Greedy]

A few have. It's being discussed here as well

[ArrowsWA]

Whoop's should of posted above in the recall thread, ahh well know for next time

[rick]

got the letter today,not sure if mine were replaced when i had the iron man lift fitted.
ive had a look and mine are blue in color,are the standard ones blue?

[jop]

Stock aren't blue Rick, they have to be replaced when changing leaves anyway.

Got my letter today, went to the dealers as i'm driving 2000k's over the weekend, they had a quick look and it is booked in for monday - with a free wash and detail included.

[smeghead]

Got my letter today too...

This can result in misalignment of the rear axle causing difficulty in maintaining directional control of the vehicle.

Love that line...

[Jitsukablue]

It's almost as bad as political correctness. Should have said

"Axle may partially fall off and cause one to break anal hygiene codes!" or

"May cause instant arse about face, closely followed by much swearing"

[pickle]

Was also in todays Sun (Melbourne Sun).
Dave

[jack]

Has anyone heard anything on the triton recall.... I,m not sure but the big boss got a letter from mitsi today,and tells me something to do with rear shackles....

[Mantis]

I have the letter right here in front of me, it reads the following problem,

"It has been established that micro-cracks may have been introduced in the bent portion of the rear axle U-bolt during the manufacturing process.
When vehicles fitted with the affected bolts are operated in a high corrosion environment the corrosion developed within these cracks may result in the failure of the U-bolt. This can result in misalignment of the rear axle causing difficulty in maintaining directional control of the vehicle."


Only applies to Tritons manufactured between December 2006 and June 2007 apparently..


Cheers, Shane.

[fridgie]

Yep, Got the same letter today. Good thing it's due for a service so I can kill 2 birds with the one stone

[jop]

It's almost as bad as political correctness. Should have said

"Axle may partially fall off and cause one to break anal hygiene codes!" or

"May cause instant arse about face, closely followed by much swearing"

May also result in awesome flex

[fonz]

Just recieved my letter today, BUT the question is how did JOP get a free wash and detail......
is therre something your not sharing.....

[subi_man]

Where ya been Arrows?!! Long time no see