Mitsubishi Mirage Recall R/2013/045: Braking May Be Reduced, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 10 Apr 2013
- Launched
- 1,534
- vehicles in the UK
- R3021220
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mitsubishi recalled Mirage vehicles. Moisture can enter the front wheel ABS sensors via its wiring due to insufficient waterproofing. The dealer will replace the sensors. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Moisture can enter the front wheel ABS sensors via its wiring due to insufficient waterproofing. This can cause the generation of an abnormal signal to the ABS ECU. This will normally be identified to the driver by the illumination of a warning light on the dash panel the fluctuation of the speedometer needle or noise produced by the false activation of the ABS system. In extreme cases it could affect the directional control of the vehicle or reduce the braking efficiency of the vehicle.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: BRAKING MAY BE REDUCED Defect: It is possible that moisture can enter the front wheel ABS sensors via its wiring due to insufficient waterproofing. This can cause the generation of an abnormal signal to the ABS ECU. This will normally be identified to the driver by the illumination of a warning light on the dash panel the fluctuation of the speedometer needle or noise produced by the false activation of the ABS system. In extreme cases it could affect the directional control of the vehicle or reduce the braking efficiency of the vehicle. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicle to replace the sensors.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the generation of an abnormal signal to the ABS ECU.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the sensors.
Are You Affected?
Mirage may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 1,534 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 R3021220 or the DVSA reference R/2013/045. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASX, MirageInappropriate ECU program for the battery deterioration judgment (state of charge) | Low | R/2018/347 | |
| MirageBraking performance may be affected | Urgent | R/2013/131 | |
| Eclipse CrossThe front wheel moulding could become detached and fall from the vehicle | Book soon | R/2021/334 | |
| I-MievWater may penetrate into the brake vacuum pump | Urgent | R/2019/380 | |
| Eclipse Cross, Outlander PHEVOn certain vehicles equipped with fcm fcm may activate the brake for longer than necessary | Urgent | R/2018/286 |
This is one of 112 Mitsubishi recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mitsubishi recall launched before it was R/2013/029 on 11 Mar 2013, for braking may be affected. The one launched after it was R/2013/054 on 28 Jun 2013, for engine may stall. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall, all recalls launched in 2013 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2013/045, launched 10 April 2013. 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.