Mitsubishi ASX, Outlander, Outlander PHEV Recall R/2018/021: Door Latching Mechanism May Malfunction In Hot Temperatures, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 19 Feb 2018
- Launched
- 18,418
- vehicles in the UK
- R3033728 / R3033729
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mitsubishi recalled ASX, Outlander, Outlander PHEV vehicles built between 23 April 2015 and 15 March 2016. The locking mechanism in the door latch assembly may not operate properly in high temperatures. The recall notice describes the fix as: a modified assembly is available and depending on vehicle identification number the remedy is to replace either both O/S door latches or on all four doors. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The locking mechanism in the door latch assembly may not operate properly in high temperatures. As a result the door may latch correctly and may unintentionally open whilst driving.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: DOOR LATCHING MECHANISM MAY MALFUNCTION IN HOT TEMPERATURES Defect: The locking mechanism in the door latch assembly may not operate properly in high temperatures. As a result the door may latch correctly and may unintentionally open whilst driving. Remedy: A modified assembly is available and depending on vehicle identification number the remedy is to replace either both O/S door latches or on all four doors.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: door latching mechanism may malfunction in hot temperatures.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: a modified assembly is available and depending on vehicle identification number the remedy is to replace either both O/S door latches or on all four doors.
Are You Affected?
ASX, Outlander, Outlander PHEV built between 23 April 2015 and 15 March 2016 may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 18,418 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 R3033728 / R3033729 or the DVSA reference R/2018/021. 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
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|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse Cross, Outlander PHEVIf there is an object in front of the vehicle the FCM camera system may incorrectly detect it as a pedestrian depending on road circumstances | Low | R/2021/233 | |
| Outlander, Outlander PHEVThe right side second row seat belt may be assembled incorrectly | Urgent | R/2020/146 | |
| Outlander PHEVThe resistor inside the air flow sensor may corrode | Low | R/2019/142 | |
| ASX, MirageInappropriate ECU program for the battery deterioration judgment (state of charge) | Low | R/2018/347 | |
| OutlanderSunroof glass may detach from the sunroof assembly | Low | R/2018/336 |
This is one of 112 Mitsubishi recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mitsubishi recall launched before it was R/2018/019 on 19 Feb 2018, for eCU relay may overheat and cause ECU to malfunction. The one launched after it was R/2018/115 on 26 May 2018, for propellant in the front passenger airbag inflator may be detiorated. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall, all recalls launched in 2018 and door and latch recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2018/021, launched 19 February 2018. 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.