Mitsubishi Outlander Recall R/2008/058: Engine May Stall, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 29 Sep 2008
- Launched
- 387
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2008/058
- DVSA reference
Mitsubishi recalled Outlander vehicles. When a driver sequentially performs a quick gear shift down (high rpm 6th to 5th to 4th gear etc)during high speed driving (high engine load) the engine ECU can judge the engine to run in overrun condition. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to re-programme the engine ECU. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
When a driver sequentially performs a quick gear shift down (high rpm 6th to 5th to 4th gear etc)during high speed driving (high engine load) the engine ECU can judge the engine to run in overrun condition. As a result to avoid engine damage the ECU will turn off the engine by stopping the fuel supply and closing the throttle.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ENGINE MAY STALL Defect: When a driver sequentially performs a quick gear shift down (high rpm 6th to 5th to 4th gear etc)during high speed driving (high engine load) the engine ECU can judge the engine to run in overrun condition. As a result to avoid engine damage the ECU will turn off the engine by stopping the fuel supply and closing the throttle. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to re-programme the engine ECU.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: engine may stall.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to re-programme the engine ECU. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Outlander may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 387 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/2008/058. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outlander, Outlander PHEVThe right side second row seat belt may be assembled incorrectly | Urgent | R/2020/146 | |
| OutlanderSunroof glass may detach from the sunroof assembly | Low | R/2018/336 | |
| OutlanderThe flange of the drive belt automatic tensioner may crack | Urgent | R/2018/335 | |
| ASX, Eclipse Cross, Outlander, Outlander PHEVThe brake hydraulic unit function may be interrupted | Urgent | R/2018/285 | |
| ASX, Outlander, Outlander PHEVParking brake caliper shaft boots incorrectly sealed | Urgent | R/2018/180 |
This is one of 112 Mitsubishi recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mitsubishi recall launched before it was R/2008/056 on 26 Jun 2008, for vehicle may not be in the intended gear. The one launched after it was R/2008/108 on 29 Sep 2008, for fuel could leak from the resin fuel return pipe on the inlet manifold. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall, all recalls launched in 2008 and loss of power recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2008/058, launched 29 September 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.