Recall 08V276000: A/T Shift Interlock Defect

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Mitsubishi/Galant 2004-2005

MANUFACTURER: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

MFR'S REPORT DATE: June 19, 2008

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 08V276000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: PE08006

COMPONENT: Electrical System: Ignition

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 73000

SUMMARY:
Mitsubishi is recalling 73,000 M/Y 2004-2006 Galant Passenger vehicles. During vehicle use, the ignition key interlock cable (which is a component of the interlock system) may allow the interlocking cam to fall forward and allow the ignition key to be removed from the ignition switch when the gearshift mechanism is not in the "PARK" position.

CONSEQUENCE:
If the driver does not shift to "PARK" before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.

REMEDY:
Dealers will inspect and correct these vehicles for the reported condition. The recall is expected to begin during August 2008. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.

NOTES:
Customers may 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 http://www.safercar.gov.