Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Recall R/2019/142: The Resistor Inside The Air Flow Sensor May Corrode, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 17 May 2019
- Launched
- 12
- vehicles in the UK
- R3038020
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mitsubishi recalled Outlander PHEV vehicles built between 1 October 2013 and 17 January 2014. It may not be possible to start the engine in order to charge the main drive battery. The dealer will replace the air flow sensor on the affected vehicles. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
It may not be possible to start the engine in order to charge the main drive battery.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THE RESISTOR INSIDE THE AIR FLOW SENSOR MAY CORRODE Defect: It may not be possible to start the engine in order to charge the main drive battery. Remedy: The air flow sensor is to be replaced on the affected vehicles.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: the resistor inside the air flow sensor may corrode.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the air flow sensor on the affected vehicles.
Are You Affected?
Outlander PHEV built between 1 October 2013 and 17 January 2014 may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 12 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 R3038020 or the DVSA reference R/2019/142. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| Eclipse Cross, Outlander PHEVOn certain vehicles equipped with fcm fcm may activate the brake for longer than necessary | Urgent | R/2018/286 | |
| 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/2018/355 on 25 Jan 2019, for activation of a non-dessicated ammonium nitrate inflator with degraded propellant may…. The one launched after it was R/2019/193 on 10 Jul 2019, for side step shade rivets may corrode and fracture. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall and all recalls launched in 2019.
Source: DVSA recall R/2019/142, launched 17 May 2019. 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.