Mitsubishi Shogun Recall R/2001/129: Possible Loss Of Power Assistance To Brakes, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 29 Jan 2002
- Launched
- 4,319
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2001/129
- DVSA reference
Mitsubishi recalled Shogun vehicles built between 1 January 2000 and 30 July 2001. The accumulator diaphragm in the Hydraulic Brake Booster (HBB) might be manufactured improperly. The dealer will replace the Hydraulic Brake Booster nitrogen accumulator with a modified one on all affected vehicles. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
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.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBLE LOSS OF POWER ASSISTANCE TO BRAKES 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.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the nitrogen pressure in the accumulator to drop.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the Hydraulic Brake Booster nitrogen accumulator with a modified one on all affected vehicles.
Are You Affected?
Shogun built between 1 January 2000 and 30 July 2001 may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 4,319 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/2001/129. 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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|---|---|---|---|
| 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/2001/071 on 31 Oct 2001, for possible cracking of fuel tank and check valve. The one launched after it was R/2001/168 on 12 Mar 2002, for engine crankshaft pulley concern. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall, all recalls launched in 2002 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2001/129, launched 29 January 2002. 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.