Mitsubishi Space Runner, Space Wagon Recall R/2001/071: Possible Cracking Of Fuel Tank And Check Valve, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 31 Oct 2001
- Launched
- 2,850
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2001/071
- DVSA reference
Mitsubishi recalled Space Runner, Space Wagon vehicles built between 1 January 1998 and 31 December 2001. The fuel tank upper panel may suffer from fatigue failure due to repeated stress caused by the fuel tank breathing. The dealer will replace if any cracks are apparent the fuel tank if no crack is visible a reinforcement plate will be fitted the check valve will be re-located. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The fuel tank upper panel may suffer from fatigue failure due to repeated stress caused by the fuel tank breathing. In addition the Spacerunners will be checked for cracks on the check valve due to interference with the cross member.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBLE CRACKING OF FUEL TANK AND CHECK VALVE. Defect: There is a possibility that the fuel tank upper panel may suffer from fatigue failure due to repeated stress caused by the fuel tank breathing. In addition the Spacerunners will be checked for cracks on the check valve due to interference with the cross member. Remedy: If any cracks are apparent the fuel tank will be replaced if no crack is visible a reinforcement plate will be fitted the check valve will be re-located.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: possible cracking of fuel tank and check valve.
The Fix
The dealer will replace if any cracks are apparent the fuel tank if no crack is visible a reinforcement plate will be fitted the check valve will be re-located.
Are You Affected?
Space Runner, Space Wagon built between 1 January 1998 and 31 December 2001 may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 2,850 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.
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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/2001/071. 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?.
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|---|---|---|---|
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| Space RunnerBrake hose may fracture | Urgent | R/2006/193 | |
| Space RunnerAir inlet intercooler mounts may crack | Book soon | R/2006/227 | |
| Space WagonEngine may overheat | Urgent | R/2006/192 | |
| Space WagonCracks may occur on the brake hose | Urgent | R/2003/164 |
This is one of 112 Mitsubishi recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mitsubishi recall launched before it was R/2000/127 on 27 Jul 2001, for active yaw control ECU concern. The one launched after it was R/2001/129 on 29 Jan 2002, for possible loss of power assistance to brakes. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall, all recalls launched in 2001 and fuel leak recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2001/071, launched 31 October 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.