Mitsubishi Colt Recall R/1994/073: Front Brake Hoses May Have Been Incorrectly Installed During Assembly, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 14 Nov 1994
- Launched
- 169
- vehicles in the UK
- R/1994/073
- DVSA reference
Mitsubishi recalled Colt vehicles built between 1 January 1992 and 31 December 1994. Installation of the front brake hoses has not been correctly carried out during initial assembly. The recall notice describes the fix as: the fitment of replacement brake hoses. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Installation of the front brake hoses has not been correctly carried out during initial assembly.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FRONT BRAKE HOSES MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY INSTALLED DURING ASSEMBLY Defect: It is possible that installation of the front brake hoses has not been correctly carried out during initial assembly. Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of replacement brake hoses.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: front brake hoses may have been incorrectly installed during assembly.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: the fitment of replacement brake hoses.
Are You Affected?
Colt built between 1 January 1992 and 31 December 1994 may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 169 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Mitsubishi, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Mitsubishi.
- Book with any franchised Mitsubishi dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/1994/073. See how to get a Mitsubishi recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colt, L400 / Space Gear, Lancer, Lancer Station Wagon and 3 moreThe air bag inflator might have a different air bag deployment performance than designed providing less protection | Urgent | R/2021/240 | |
| ColtEPS system may malfunction | Urgent | R/2015/158 | |
| ColtFuel may leak | Urgent | R/2012/016 | |
| ColtEngine crankshaft pulley concern | Urgent | R/2001/168 | |
| ColtPotential detachment of crankshaft pulley | Low | R/2000/083 |
This is one of 112 Mitsubishi recalls in DVSA’s data. The one launched after it was R/1997/074 on 1 Nov 1997, for loss of braking system vacuum assistance. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall, all recalls launched in 1994 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/1994/073, launched 14 November 1994. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.