Mitsubishi L200 Recall R/2007/035: Fuel May Leak, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 25 May 2007
- Launched
- 7,917
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2007/035
- DVSA reference
Mitsubishi recalled L200 vehicles. A crack may occur in the fuel filter water sensor which can lead to a leakage of fuel. The dealer will replace the fuel filter water sensor. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
A crack may occur in the fuel filter water sensor which can lead to a leakage of fuel.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FUEL MAY LEAK Defect: A crack may occur in the fuel filter water sensor which can lead to a leakage of fuel. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the fuel filter water sensor replaced.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to a leakage of fuel.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the fuel filter water sensor.
Are You Affected?
L200 may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 7,917 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/2007/035. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| L200Side step shade rivets may corrode and fracture | Low | R/2019/193 | |
| L200Airbag may release shrapnel if deployed | Urgent | R/2016/251 | |
| I-Car, I-Miev, L200, Lancer EvolutionIndicators and/or other vehicle lights may switch off or blink without warning | Low | R/2016/155 | |
| L200Possible risk of fire | Urgent | R/2013/138 | |
| L200Vehicle may become unstable | Book soon | R/2013/134 |
This is one of 112 Mitsubishi recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mitsubishi recall launched before it was R/2006/193 on 25 May 2007, for brake hose may fracture. The one launched after it was R/2007/074 on 11 Jun 2007, for steering control may be lost. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall, all recalls launched in 2007 and fuel leak recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2007/035, launched 25 May 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.