Mitsubishi Space Runner Recall R/2006/193: Brake Hose May Fracture, Who Is Affected And What To Do

DVSA reference R/2006/193. Data updated daily from DVSA.

Urgent
How serious
25 May 2007
Launched
2,795
vehicles in the UK
R/2006/193
DVSA reference

Mitsubishi recalled Space Runner vehicles. The front left brake pipe may foul the power steering hose which can damage the brake pipe which may fail leading to loss of brake fluid. The dealer will check pipe for damage if OK apply new securing clip. You won't usually pay for it.1

What’s Wrong

The front left brake pipe may foul the power steering hose which can damage the brake pipe which may fail leading to loss of brake fluid.

DVSA's Original Wording

Concern: BRAKE HOSE MAY FRACTURE Defect: The front left brake pipe may foul the power steering hose which can damage the brake pipe which may fail leading to loss of brake fluid. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles check pipe for damage if OK apply new securing clip. If damaged replace pipe with modified version.

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The Risk

If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to loss of brake fluid.

The Fix

The dealer will check pipe for damage if OK apply new securing clip.

Are You Affected?

Space Runner may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 2,795 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.

What To Do Now

  1. Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Mitsubishi.
  2. Book with any franchised Mitsubishi dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/2006/193. See how to get a Mitsubishi recall fixed.
  3. Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
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This is one of 112 Mitsubishi recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mitsubishi recall launched before it was R/2006/227 on 14 Mar 2007, for air inlet intercooler mounts may crack. The one launched after it was R/2007/035 on 25 May 2007, for fuel may leak. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall, all recalls launched in 2007 and brake recalls across every make.


Source: DVSA recall R/2006/193, launched 25 May 2007. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.

Sources

  1. 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.