Mitsubishi Shogun recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 12 safety recalls naming the Mitsubishi Shogun, launched from 2000 to 2020. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Mitsubishi Shogun recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 12
- 2000 to 2020
- Latest recall
- 20 November 2020
- R/2020/147
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Mitsubishi Shogun recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
THE RIGHT FRONT LOWER ARM ASSEMBLY COULD BE BROKEN DUE TO IMPROPER WELDING
R/2020/147, launched 20 November 2020, 1,424 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The right front lower arm assembly could be broken due to improper welding by the supplier.
Remedy: The right front lower arm will be replaced
PROPELLANT IN THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG INFLATORS MAY HAVE DETERIORATED
R/2017/275, launched 30 October 2017, 34,120 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: 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.
Remedy: Replacement of the driver and passenger front airbag inflators.
ENGINE MAY STALL
R/2015/004, launched 11 February 2015, 11,398 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Due to a high carbon build up the check ball seat of the timing chain tensioner can show premature wear. It is possible that the check ball may stick to the seat preventing the tensioner from functioning properly. This in turn will result in an un-tensioned timing chain which causes a rattling noise and in the worst cases the chain will break.
Remedy: Replace tensioner on all affected vehicles. Depending on outcome of further inspections the timing chain may also need to be replaced.
ENGINE MAY STALL
R/2015/003, launched 11 February 2015, 2,846 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Due to a fault in the engine ECU software it is possible that the 4M41 engines in the Shogun will not learn the variations or age deterioration in injectors and be able to adjust the amount of fuel being injection accordingly. This inability to learn these values correctly can result in the engine emits an excessive amount of soot to the DPF which can block it. This can result in the engine stalling and not being able to restart.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and reprogramme engine ECU software.
BRAKE PEDAL ASSIST FUNCTION MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY
R/2008/191, launched 4 February 2009, 10,034 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Due to an incorrect manufacturing process the resin film within the brake assist accumulator may become damaged. If use continues in this condition a crack in the diaphragm may occur resulting in the depletion of the nitrogen gas resulting in (1) delay of the brake assist function under rapid braking. (2) An increase in the required brake pedal effort when the engine is started following a long period with the engine stopped.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the accumulator checked to identify whether or not it is one within the affected batch. Should this be the case the accumulator will be replaced with one of a modified type.
DRIVE SHAFT SECURING NUTS MAY LOOSEN
R/2008/004, launched 7 January 2008, 26 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The front and rear propeller shafts and the right hand front drive shaft have been fitted with nuts of an incorrect specification. The concern could lead to vibration which if not attended to could lead to the detachment of a shaft and loss of drive.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the nuts and washers fitted to the front and rear propeller shafts and the right hand front drive shaft.
DRIVE MAY BE LOST
R/2007/103, launched 17 August 2007, 726 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that the possibility exists that a bolt welded to the gearshift lever may fracture. Should this occur the adjustment may loosen and the shift cable may move. This can result in a mismatch between the gear shift selector and the actual gear selected. In the worst case the bolt may break which can cause the control cable to become disconnected and drive to be lost.
Remedy: Affected vehicles will have the transmission shift lever replaced with a quality assured item.
STEERING CONTROL MAY BE LOST
R/2007/074, launched 11 June 2007, 2,894 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: When used regularly in severe off road conditions the ball joint of the pitman arm may break resulting in loss of steering control.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a modified pitman arm if this has not already been accomplished following a previous intervention.
Engine rpm may increase unexpectedly
R/2003/163, launched 12 December 2003, 697 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: There is a possibility that due to improper operation when assembling the engine at production a crack occurred on the advance control lever of the cold start device on the injection pump.
Remedy: During specific vehicle usage there is a possibility that the engine rpm could increase if the cold start lever broke.
POSSIBLE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
R/2001/158, launched 26 April 2002, 50,846 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Under severe and extreme conditions where the vehicle is used mainly off-road in a wet muddy environment it is possible that the tapered section of the ball pin on the steering Pitman arm may break. This in the worst case could result in a loss of steering control.
Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles and replace the Pitman arm with a quality assured component.
POSSIBLE LOSS OF POWER ASSISTANCE TO BRAKES
R/2001/129, launched 29 January 2002, 4,319 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: There is a possibility that the accumulator diaphragm in the Hydraulic Brake Booster (HBB) might be manufactured improperly. This may cause the nitrogen pressure in the accumulator to drop. The following two symptoms may result :- 1) The brake assist might be delayed in sudden hard braking. 2) Relatively large brake pedal loads might be required after long-term parking and first engine start since specific brake pressure takes time to accumulate.
Remedy: The Hydraulic Brake Booster nitrogen accumulator will be replaced with a modified one on all affected vehicles.
FRONT FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE
R/2000/079, launched 27 September 2000, 286 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Brake fluid may seep from the front flexible brake hoses impairing the efficiency of one or both braking circuits.
Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles for replacement of both front flexible brake hoses.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Mitsubishi Shogun, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Mitsubishi dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.