Mitsubishi Lancer, Outlander Recall R/2015/157: eCU Malfunction May Cause Systems To Become Inoperable, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 28 Sep 2015
- Launched
- 3,076
- vehicles in the UK
- R3028210/11/20/21
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mitsubishi recalled Lancer, Outlander vehicles built between 1 October 2008 and 7 September 2010. During operation the headlights and or the windscreen wipers amongst other systems may become inoperable as a result a none conformity in the Electronic Time & Alarm System (ETACS) ECU. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and check the production date of the ETACS ECU. The ETACS ECU will be replaced if it is within the affected production dates. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
During operation the headlights and or the windscreen wipers amongst other systems may become inoperable as a result a none conformity in the Electronic Time & Alarm System (ETACS) ECU.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ECU MALFUNCTION MAY CAUSE SYSTEMS TO BECOME INOPERABLE Defect: During operation the headlights and or the windscreen wipers amongst other systems may become inoperable as a result a none conformity in the Electronic Time & Alarm System (ETACS) ECU. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the production date of the ETACS ECU. The ETACS ECU will be replaced if it is within the affected production dates.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause sYSTEMS TO BECOME INOPERABLE.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and check the production date of the ETACS ECU. The ETACS ECU will be replaced if it is within the affected production dates.
Are You Affected?
Lancer, Outlander built between 1 October 2008 and 7 September 2010 may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 3,076 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 R3028210/11/20/21 or the DVSA reference R/2015/157. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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/2015/158 on 21 Sep 2015, for ePS system may malfunction. The one launched after it was R/2015/220 on 17 Nov 2015, for fuel may leak. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall and all recalls launched in 2015.
Source: DVSA recall R/2015/157, launched 28 September 2015. 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.