Mitsubishi L200 Recall R/2013/132: In Extreme Cases Fire May Occur, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 3 Dec 2013
- Launched
- 3,133
- vehicles in the UK
- R3021740 4142 43
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mitsubishi recalled L200 vehicles. Due to an incorrect shape of the power seat reclining lever the switch may get stuck. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to replace the powered seat recliner levers and where necessary the adjuster assemblies. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to an incorrect shape of the power seat reclining lever the switch may get stuck. This causes current to flow through the reclining motor which heats up. In the worst case the cushion from the power seat and surrounding parts may be damaged due to heat generated from the reclining motor.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: IN EXTREME CASES FIRE MAY OCCUR Defect: Due to an incorrect shape of the power seat reclining lever the switch may get stuck. This causes current to flow through the reclining motor which heats up. In the worst case the cushion from the power seat and surrounding parts may be damaged due to heat generated from the reclining motor. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the powered seat recliner levers and where necessary the adjuster assemblies.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: in extreme cases fire may occur.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to replace the powered seat recliner levers and where necessary the adjuster assemblies.
Are You Affected?
L200 may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 3,133 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 R3021740 4142 43 or the DVSA reference R/2013/132. 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/2013/116 on 18 Nov 2013, for clutch may fail. The one launched after it was R/2013/133 on 3 Dec 2013, for fuel may leak. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall, all recalls launched in 2013 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2013/132, launched 3 December 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.