Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution recall: Fuel may leak
- What's wrong
- The right hand side parking brake cable may interfere with the fuel tank. As a result there is possibility of peeling off the coating on the fuel tank. In the worst case the fuel tank can corrode and leak. Leaking fuel is a risk to…
- What to do
- Contact a Mitsubishi dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the right hand side parking brake cable with a new one. In addition the fuel tank will be checked…
What’s wrong
The right hand side parking brake cable may interfere with the fuel tank. As a result there is possibility of peeling off the coating on the fuel tank. In the worst case the fuel tank can corrode and leak. Leaking fuel is a risk to other road users.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the right hand side parking brake cable with a new one. In addition the fuel tank will be checked and if necessary replaced.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancer Evolution | 7 May 2014 | 3 Jul 2014 | 40 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 26 January 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.