Mitsubishi Shogun (lwb) and Shogun (swb) recall: Propellant in the driver and passenger side airbag inflators may have deteriorated
- What's wrong
- The propellant (ammonium nitrate) in the inflator of the drivers and passengers front airbag inflator may deteriorate due to high temperature and humid conditions over a longer period in use. As a result the inflator body may rupture during airbag deployment in the event of…
- What to do
- Contact a Mitsubishi dealer to book the free repair. Replacement of the driver and passenger front airbag inflators.
What’s wrong
The propellant (ammonium nitrate) in the inflator of the drivers and passengers front airbag inflator may deteriorate due to high temperature and humid conditions over a longer period in use. As a result the inflator body may rupture during airbag deployment in the event of an accident where the airbags are required to be deployed. The inflator body may rupture during airbag deployment with the potential to cause injury.
The fix
Replacement of the driver and passenger front airbag inflators.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shogun (lwb) | 29 Sep 2006 | 28 Jun 2012 | 34,120 |
| Shogun (swb) | 29 Sep 2006 | 28 Jun 2012 | 34,120 |
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 30 October 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.