Mitsubishi ASX Recall R/2018/182: Inappropriate Water Proof Structure Of The Front Deck, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 8 Aug 2018
- Launched
- 22,503
- vehicles in the UK
- R3035120
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mitsubishi recalled ASX vehicles built between 12 July 2012 and 28 December 2016. Due to inappropriate water proof structure of the front deck water can drop on the wiper link. The recall notice describes the fix as: the water proof pad has been added to the end of wiper link rubber boot since April 1st 2016. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to inappropriate water proof structure of the front deck water can drop on the wiper link. The wiper link ball joint may corrode and cause excessive wear of the resin part of the ball joint. In the worst case the wiper link may detach itself and the windshield wipers may be inoperative.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: INAPPROPRIATE WATER PROOF STRUCTURE OF THE FRONT DECK Defect: Due to inappropriate water proof structure of the front deck water can drop on the wiper link. The wiper link ball joint may corrode and cause excessive wear of the resin part of the ball joint. In the worst case the wiper link may detach itself and the windshield wipers may be inoperative. Remedy: The water proof pad has been added to the end of wiper link rubber boot since April 1st 2016
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: inappropriate water proof structure of the front deck.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: the water proof pad has been added to the end of wiper link rubber boot since April 1st 2016.
Are You Affected?
ASX built between 12 July 2012 and 28 December 2016 may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 22,503 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 R3035120 or the DVSA reference R/2018/182. 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, MirageInappropriate ECU program for the battery deterioration judgment (state of charge) | Low | R/2018/347 | |
| ASX, Eclipse Cross, Outlander, Outlander PHEVThe brake hydraulic unit function may be interrupted | Urgent | R/2018/285 | |
| ASXWhere tail pipe is welded to the exhaust silencer a crack may appear | Low | R/2018/247 | |
| ASX, Outlander, Outlander PHEVParking brake caliper shaft boots incorrectly sealed | Urgent | R/2018/180 | |
| ASX, Outlander, Outlander PHEVDoor latching mechanism may malfunction in hot temperatures | Book soon | R/2018/021 |
This is one of 112 Mitsubishi recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mitsubishi recall launched before it was R/2018/180 on 8 Aug 2018, for parking brake caliper shaft boots incorrectly sealed. The one launched after it was R/2018/247 on 12 Oct 2018, for where tail pipe is welded to the exhaust silencer a crack may appear. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall and all recalls launched in 2018.
Source: DVSA recall R/2018/182, launched 8 August 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.