Mitsubishi Lancer, Outlander Recall R/2010/080: Clutch May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 18 Aug 2010
- Launched
- 9,903
- vehicles in the UK
- R3017710
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mitsubishi recalled Lancer, Outlander vehicles. The fixing clip for the clutch master cylinder pipe has insufficient clamping force to retain the pipe on the cylinder. The dealer will replace fixing clip with modified stronger version. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The fixing clip for the clutch master cylinder pipe has insufficient clamping force to retain the pipe on the cylinder. This can result in detachment of the pipe and subsequent loss of clutch operation.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: CLUTCH MAY FAIL Defect: The fixing clip for the clutch master cylinder pipe has insufficient clamping force to retain the pipe on the cylinder. This can result in detachment of the pipe and subsequent loss of clutch operation. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and replace fixing clip with modified stronger version.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in detachment of the pipe and subsequent loss of clutch operation.
The Fix
The dealer will replace fixing clip with modified stronger version.
Are You Affected?
Lancer, Outlander may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 9,903 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 campaign code R3017710 or the DVSA reference R/2010/080. 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
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|---|---|---|---|
| Colt, L400 / Space Gear, Lancer, Lancer Station Wagon and 3 moreThe air bag inflator might have a different air bag deployment performance than designed providing less protection | Urgent | R/2021/240 | |
| 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 |
This is one of 112 Mitsubishi recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mitsubishi recall launched before it was R/2010/079 on 18 Aug 2010, for short circuit may occur. The one launched after it was R/2010/082 on 18 Aug 2010, for top suspension ball joint may become detached. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall and all recalls launched in 2010.
Source: DVSA recall R/2010/080, launched 18 August 2010. 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.