Mitsubishi Galant Recall R/2003/067: Possible Fuel Leak, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 23 May 2003
- Launched
- 100
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2003/067
- DVSA reference
Mitsubishi recalled Galant vehicles built between 10 March 2000 and 10 August 2000. Due to improper welding of the levelling valve on the fuel tank fuel may leak from this area. The dealer will fit a new improved fuel tank. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to improper welding of the levelling valve on the fuel tank fuel may leak from this area.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK Defect: It is possible that due to improper welding of the levelling valve on the fuel tank fuel may leak from this area. Remedy: Fit a new improved fuel tank.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: possible fuel leak.
The Fix
The dealer will fit a new improved fuel tank.
Are You Affected?
Galant built between 10 March 2000 and 10 August 2000 may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 100 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/2003/067. 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 | |
| GalantSuspension lower arm ball joint may suffer premature wear | Book soon | R/2001/054 | |
| GalantFuel tank may crack and leak | Urgent | R/2000/090 | |
| 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/2002/140 on 20 Dec 2002, for possible incorrect wiring of airbag. The one launched after it was R/2003/119 on 31 Oct 2003, for inability to change gear. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall, all recalls launched in 2003 and fuel leak recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2003/067, launched 23 May 2003. 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.