Mitsubishi L200 (Double Cab), L200 (Single Cab) Recall R/2018/116: Door Latching Mechanism May Malfunction In Hot Temperatures, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 26 May 2018
- Launched
- 4,676
- vehicles in the UK
- R3033770 /71 /72 / 73
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mitsubishi recalled L200 (double Cab), L200 (single Cab) vehicles built between 10 December 2015 and 5 July 2016. The locking mechanism in the door latch assembly may not operate properly in high temperatures. The recall notice describes the fix as: modified assemblies are available and the remedy is to replace door latch mechanisms as identified by the manufacturer. 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 not latch correctly and may unintentionally open whilst driving. This may affect one or more doors depending on vehicle identification number.
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 not latch correctly and may unintentionally open whilst driving. This may affect one or more doors depending on vehicle identification number. Remedy: Modified assemblies are available and the remedy is to replace door latch mechanisms as identified by the manufacturer.
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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: modified assemblies are available and the remedy is to replace door latch mechanisms as identified by the manufacturer.
Are You Affected?
L200 (double Cab), L200 (single Cab) built between 10 December 2015 and 5 July 2016 may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 4,676 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 R3033770 /71 /72 / 73 or the DVSA reference R/2018/116. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASX, Outlander, Outlander PHEVDoor latching mechanism may malfunction in hot temperatures | Book soon | R/2018/021 | |
| ASXTailgate gas spring end cap may corrode and come off | Book soon | R/2017/318 | |
| L200Possible risk of fire | Urgent | R/2013/138 | |
| Space RunnerAir inlet intercooler mounts may crack | Book soon | R/2006/227 | |
| L200Possibility that the bonnet safety hook is defective | Book soon | R/2004/162 |
This is one of 112 Mitsubishi recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mitsubishi recall launched before it was R/2018/115 on 26 May 2018, for propellant in the front passenger airbag inflator may be detiorated. The one launched after it was R/2018/117 on 26 May 2018, for water ingress may cause windscreen wipers to fail. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall, all recalls launched in 2018 and door and latch recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2018/116, launched 26 May 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.