Mitsubishi Space Runner Recall R/2006/227: Air Inlet Intercooler Mounts May Crack, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 14 Mar 2007
- Launched
- 10
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2006/227
- DVSA reference
Mitsubishi recalled Space Runner vehicles built between 1 January 1997 and 31 December 2002. The mountings for the intercooler air inlet (bonnet air intake garnish) is inappropriate and heat from the engine may cause mount deformation resulting in increased stress on the mounts. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to fit new air intake garnish mountings. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The mountings for the intercooler air inlet (bonnet air intake garnish) is inappropriate and heat from the engine may cause mount deformation resulting in increased stress on the mounts. This condition could cause the mounts to crack and in a worst case scenario the bonnet air intake garnish could fall off potentially creating a traffic obstruction.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: AIR INLET INTERCOOLER MOUNTS MAY CRACK Defect: The mountings for the intercooler air inlet (bonnet air intake garnish) is inappropriate and heat from the engine may cause mount deformation resulting in increased stress on the mounts. This condition could cause the mounts to crack and in a worst case scenario the bonnet air intake garnish could fall off potentially creating a traffic obstruction. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit new air intake garnish mountings.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause mount deformation resulting in increased stress on the mounts.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to fit new air intake garnish mountings.
Are You Affected?
Space Runner built between 1 January 1997 and 31 December 2002 may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 10 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/2006/227. 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 Runner, Space WagonPossible cracking of fuel tank and check valve | Urgent | R/2001/071 | |
| L200 (double Cab), L200 (single Cab)Door latching mechanism may malfunction in hot temperatures | Book soon | R/2018/116 | |
| ASX, Outlander, Outlander PHEVDoor latching mechanism may malfunction in hot temperatures | Book soon | R/2018/021 |
This is one of 112 Mitsubishi recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mitsubishi recall launched before it was R/2006/195 on 14 Mar 2007, for rear seat may fail during rear impact. The one launched after it was R/2006/193 on 25 May 2007, for brake hose may fracture. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall, all recalls launched in 2007 and door and latch recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2006/227, launched 14 March 2007. 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.