Mitsubishi Grandis, Outlander Recall R/2014/109: Brake Lamps May Not Illuminate, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 28 Nov 2014
- Launched
- 3,535
- vehicles in the UK
- R3025630R3025631
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mitsubishi recalled Grandis, Outlander vehicles built between 24 January 2007 and 13 October 2009. Silicon grease applied to the brake light switch during production may penetrate the switch and insulate the contacts. The dealer will clean mounting and replace brake light switch. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Silicon grease applied to the brake light switch during production may penetrate the switch and insulate the contacts. This may prevent the stop lamps from operating and on vehicles with automatic transmission the shift lever cannot be moved from the park position.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: BRAKE LAMPS MAY NOT ILLUMINATE Defect: Silicon grease applied to the brake light switch during production may penetrate the switch and insulate the contacts. This may prevent the stop lamps from operating and on vehicles with automatic transmission the shift lever cannot be moved from the park position. Remedy: Clean mounting and replace brake light switch
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: brake lamps may not illuminate.
The Fix
The dealer will clean mounting and replace brake light switch.
Are You Affected?
Grandis, Outlander built between 24 January 2007 and 13 October 2009 may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 3,535 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 R3025630R3025631 or the DVSA reference R/2014/109. 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/2014/108 on 28 Nov 2014, for braking performance may be affected. The one launched after it was R/2014/124 on 28 Nov 2014, for loss of power steering assistance. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall and all recalls launched in 2014.
Source: DVSA recall R/2014/109, launched 28 November 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.