Mitsubishi Galant Recall R/2000/090: Fuel Tank May Crack And Leak, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 22 Jan 2001
- Launched
- 1,456
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2000/090
- DVSA reference
Mitsubishi recalled Galant vehicles. The fuel tank may be incorrectly welded on its upper panel and baffle plate in the tank causing it to crack on the welded position. The dealer will inspect the vehicles replace the fuel tanks if leaking and in cases where no abnormality is found apply a protector plate. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The fuel tank may be incorrectly welded on its upper panel and baffle plate in the tank causing it to crack on the welded position. In the worst case this may cause the fuel tank to leak fuel.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FUEL TANK MAY CRACK AND LEAK Defect: There is a possibility that the fuel tank may be incorrectly welded on its upper panel and baffle plate in the tank causing it to crack on the welded position. In the worst case this may cause the fuel tank to leak fuel. Remedy: Inspect the vehicles replace the fuel tanks if leaking and in cases where no abnormality is found apply a protector plate.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause it to crack on the welded position.
The Fix
The dealer will inspect the vehicles replace the fuel tanks if leaking and in cases where no abnormality is found apply a protector plate.
Are You Affected?
Galant may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 1,456 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/2000/090. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| GalantPassenger side airbag may suffer delayed deployment | Urgent | R/2004/114 | |
| GalantPossibility that water could seep into the lower ball joints | Book soon | R/2004/057 | |
| GalantPossible fuel leak | Urgent | R/2003/067 | |
| GalantSuspension lower arm ball joint may suffer premature wear | Book soon | R/2001/054 | |
| Galant, Space WagonBraking efficiency may be reduced | Urgent | R/2000/063 |
This is one of 112 Mitsubishi recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mitsubishi recall launched before it was R/2000/101 on 18 Dec 2000, for there is a possibility that the engine may stop when driving. The one launched after it was R/2000/084 on 1 Jul 2001, for possible loss of steering control. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall, all recalls launched in 2001 and fuel leak recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2000/090, launched 22 January 2001. 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.