Mitsubishi Outlander Recall R/2018/117: Water Ingress May Cause Windscreen Wipers To Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 26 May 2018
- Launched
- 13,819
- vehicles in the UK
- R3034120 / R3032820
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mitsubishi recalled Outlander vehicles built between 14 November 2006 and 10 July 2012. Due to inappropriate waterproofing water may be drawn into the front wiper motor and/or may cause corrosion of the wiper link ball joint. The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles replace the wiper motor which has a modified breather and wiper link ball joint. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to inappropriate waterproofing water may be drawn into the front wiper motor and/or may cause corrosion of the wiper link ball joint. This may over time cause the wipers to fail.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: WATER INGRESS MAY CAUSE WINDSCREEN WIPERS TO FAIL Defect: Due to inappropriate waterproofing water may be drawn into the front wiper motor and/or may cause corrosion of the wiper link ball joint. This may over time cause the wipers to fail. Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the wiper motor which has a modified breather and wiper link ball joint.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause corrosion of the wiper link ball joint.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles replace the wiper motor which has a modified breather and wiper link ball joint.
Are You Affected?
Outlander built between 14 November 2006 and 10 July 2012 may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 13,819 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 R3034120 / R3032820 or the DVSA reference R/2018/117. 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/2018/116 on 26 May 2018, for door latching mechanism may malfunction in hot temperatures. The one launched after it was R/2018/180 on 8 Aug 2018, for parking brake caliper shaft boots incorrectly sealed. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall and all recalls launched in 2018.
Source: DVSA recall R/2018/117, 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.