Mitsubishi Outlander recall: Internal combustion engine may not perform as expected
- What's wrong
- The Internal Combustion Engine may not operate correctly. DTC�s will be generated the engine-warning lamp will illuminate and the combination meter will display a message. In the worst case the internal combustion engine will fail to start and charge the main traction battery. If the…
- What to do
- Contact a Mitsubishi dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and apply countermeasure software to the ECU and replace the spark plugs with ones of approved specification.
What’s wrong
The Internal Combustion Engine may not operate correctly. DTC�s will be generated the engine-warning lamp will illuminate and the combination meter will display a message. In the worst case the internal combustion engine will fail to start and charge the main traction battery. If the warnings are ignored the main traction battery will become depleted and the vehicle will lose all drive.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and apply countermeasure software to the ECU and replace the spark plugs with ones of approved specification.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outlander | 1 Oct 2013 | 1 Jun 2015 | 14,242 |
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 3 July 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.