Mitsubishi Shogun Recall R/2008/004: Drive Shaft Securing Nuts May Loosen, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 7 Jan 2008
- Launched
- 26
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2008/004
- DVSA reference
Mitsubishi recalled Shogun vehicles built between 1 May 2007 and 31 October 2007. The front and rear propeller shafts and the right hand front drive shaft have been fitted with nuts of an incorrect specification. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to replace the nuts and washers fitted to the front and rear propeller shafts and the right hand front drive shaft. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The front and rear propeller shafts and the right hand front drive shaft have been fitted with nuts of an incorrect specification. The concern could lead to vibration which if not attended to could lead to the detachment of a shaft and loss of drive.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: DRIVE SHAFT SECURING NUTS MAY LOOSEN Defect: The front and rear propeller shafts and the right hand front drive shaft have been fitted with nuts of an incorrect specification. The concern could lead to vibration which if not attended to could lead to the detachment of a shaft and loss of drive. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the nuts and washers fitted to the front and rear propeller shafts and the right hand front drive shaft.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to vibration which if not attended to could lead to the detachment of a shaft and loss of drive.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to replace the nuts and washers fitted to the front and rear propeller shafts and the right hand front drive shaft.
Are You Affected?
Shogun built between 1 May 2007 and 31 October 2007 may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 26 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/2008/004. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 may be lost | Low | R/2007/103 |
This is one of 112 Mitsubishi recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mitsubishi recall launched before it was R/2007/103 on 17 Aug 2007, for drive may be lost. The one launched after it was R/2008/056 on 26 Jun 2008, for vehicle may not be in the intended gear. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall, all recalls launched in 2008 and loss of power recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2008/004, launched 7 January 2008. 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.