Mitsubishi Colt Recall R/2015/158: ePS System May Malfunction, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 21 Sep 2015
- Launched
- 2,790
- vehicles in the UK
- R3027911
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mitsubishi recalled Colt vehicles built between 15 November 2011 and 2 October 2012. A connector pin for the electronic power steering may not be to specification. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and replace the EPS Gear and Link assembly. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
A connector pin for the electronic power steering may not be to specification. This will lead to increased resistance in the circuit causing the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) to stop working. The steering will still function in manual mode requiring increased input from the driver. The EPS warning lamp may illuminate temporarily.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: EPS SYSTEM MAY MALFUNCTION Defect: A connector pin for the electronic power steering may not be to specification. This will lead to increased resistance in the circuit causing the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) to stop working. The steering will still function in manual mode requiring increased input from the driver. The EPS warning lamp may illuminate temporarily. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the EPS Gear and Link assembly.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to increased resistance in the circuit causing the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) to stop working.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and replace the EPS Gear and Link assembly.
Are You Affected?
Colt built between 15 November 2011 and 2 October 2012 may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 2,790 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 R3027911 or the DVSA reference R/2015/158. 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?.
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| ColtFuel may leak | Urgent | R/2012/016 | |
| ColtEngine crankshaft pulley concern | Urgent | R/2001/168 | |
| ColtPotential detachment of crankshaft pulley | Low | R/2000/083 | |
| ColtLoss of braking system vacuum assistance | Urgent | R/1997/074 |
This is one of 112 Mitsubishi recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mitsubishi recall launched before it was R/2015/156 on 21 Sep 2015, for vehicle may cut out. The one launched after it was R/2015/157 on 28 Sep 2015, for eCU malfunction may cause systems to become inoperable. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall, all recalls launched in 2015 and steering recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2015/158, launched 21 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.