Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Recall R/2014/073: Head Light And Indicatos May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 25 Jul 2014
- Launched
- 1,074
- vehicles in the UK
- R3024642/643/644/645
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mitsubishi recalled Lancer Evolution vehicles built between 3 March 2005 and 2 November 2006. Due to a fault in the soldering process of the lighting switch circuit board it is possible that the solder on the lighting circuit switch can crack as a result of temperature changes during production. The dealer will inspect the switch and if required replace the switch assembly. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to a fault in the soldering process of the lighting switch circuit board it is possible that the solder on the lighting circuit switch can crack as a result of temperature changes during production. This can result in the lights or turn signals failing totally or blinking/flicker.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: HEAD LIGHT AND INDICATOS MAY FAIL Defect: Due to a fault in the soldering process of the lighting switch circuit board it is possible that the solder on the lighting circuit switch can crack as a result of temperature changes during production. This can result in the lights or turn signals failing totally or blinking/flicker. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles to inspect the switch and if required replace the switch assembly.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in the lights or turn signals failing totally or blinking/flicker.
The Fix
The dealer will inspect the switch and if required replace the switch assembly.
Are You Affected?
Lancer Evolution built between 3 March 2005 and 2 November 2006 may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 1,074 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.
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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 R3024642/643/644/645 or the DVSA reference R/2014/073. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| I-Car, Lancer Evolution, Lancer JT, Lancer JT EvolutionActivation of a non-dessicated ammonium nitrate inflator with degraded propellant may result in an inflator rupture | Urgent | R/2018/355 | |
| I-Car, I-Miev, L200, Lancer EvolutionIndicators and/or other vehicle lights may switch off or blink without warning | Low | R/2016/155 | |
| Lancer EvolutionFuel may leak | Urgent | R/2015/219 | |
| Lancer, Lancer Evolution, OutlanderLoss of power steering assistance | Urgent | R/2014/124 | |
| Lancer EvolutionClutch may fail | Urgent | R/2013/116 |
This is one of 112 Mitsubishi recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mitsubishi recall launched before it was R/2014/072 on 25 Jul 2014, for possible loss of drive. The one launched after it was R/2014/108 on 28 Nov 2014, for braking performance may be affected. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall and all recalls launched in 2014.
Source: DVSA recall R/2014/073, launched 25 July 2014. 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.