Mitsubishi Shogun Recall R/2000/079: Front Flexible Brake Hose, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 27 Sep 2000
- Launched
- 286
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2000/079
- DVSA reference
Mitsubishi recalled Shogun vehicles built between 1 January 1994 and 31 December 1994. Brake fluid may seep from the front flexible brake hoses impairing the efficiency of one or both braking circuits. The dealer will replacement of both front flexible brake hoses. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Brake fluid may seep from the front flexible brake hoses impairing the efficiency of one or both braking circuits.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FRONT FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE 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.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: front flexible brake hose.
The Fix
The dealer will replacement of both front flexible brake hoses.
Are You Affected?
Shogun built between 1 January 1994 and 31 December 1994 may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 286 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/2000/079. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ShogunThe right front lower arm assembly could be broken due to improper welding | Low | R/2020/147 | |
| ShogunEngine may stall | Urgent | R/2015/004 | |
| ShogunEngine may stall | Urgent | R/2015/003 | |
| ShogunBrake pedal assist function may not operate correctly | Urgent | R/2008/191 | |
| ShogunDrive shaft securing nuts may loosen | Urgent | R/2008/004 |
This is one of 112 Mitsubishi recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mitsubishi recall launched before it was R/2000/063 on 24 Aug 2000, for braking efficiency may be reduced. The one launched after it was R/2000/083 on 6 Nov 2000, for potential detachment of crankshaft pulley. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall, all recalls launched in 2000 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2000/079, launched 27 September 2000. 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.