Mitsubishi Shogun Recall R/2020/147: The Right Front Lower Arm Assembly Could Be Broken Due To Improper Welding, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 20 Nov 2020
- Launched
- 1,424
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2020/147
- DVSA reference
Mitsubishi recalled Shogun vehicles built between 14 October 2016 and 20 February 2018. The right front lower arm assembly could be broken due to improper welding by the supplier. The dealer will replace the right front lower arm. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The right front lower arm assembly could be broken due to improper welding by the supplier.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THE RIGHT FRONT LOWER ARM ASSEMBLY COULD BE BROKEN DUE TO IMPROPER WELDING Defect: The right front lower arm assembly could be broken due to improper welding by the supplier. Remedy: The right front lower arm will be replaced
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: the right front lower arm assembly could be broken due to improper welding.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the right front lower arm.
Are You Affected?
Shogun built between 14 October 2016 and 20 February 2018 may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 1,424 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 DVSA reference R/2020/147. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ShogunEngine may stall | Urgent | R/2015/004 | |
| ShogunEngine may stall | Urgent | R/2015/003 | |
| ShogunBrake pedal assist function may not operate correctly | Urgent | R/2008/191 | |
| ShogunDrive shaft securing nuts may loosen | Urgent | R/2008/004 | |
| ShogunDrive may be lost | Low | R/2007/103 |
This is one of 112 Mitsubishi recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mitsubishi recall launched before it was R/2019/380 on 20 Nov 2020, for water may penetrate into the brake vacuum pump. The one launched after it was R/2021/233 on 25 Jul 2021, for if there is an object in front of the vehicle the FCM camera system may incorrectly detect…. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall and all recalls launched in 2020.
Source: DVSA recall R/2020/147, launched 20 November 2020. 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.