Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, Outlander PHEV Recall R/2021/233: If There Is An Object In Front Of The Vehicle The FCM Camera System May Incorrectly Detect…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 25 Jul 2021
- Launched
- 17,804
- vehicles in the UK
- R30409
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mitsubishi recalled Eclipse Cross, Outlander PHEV vehicles built between 5 August 2016 and 19 March 2020. If there is an object in front of the vehicle the FCM camera system may incorrectly detect it as a pedestrian depending on road circumstances. The dealer will carry out a software update to the FCM-ECU. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
If there is an object in front of the vehicle the FCM camera system may incorrectly detect it as a pedestrian depending on road circumstances.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: If there is an object in front of the vehicle the FCM camera system may incorrectly detect it as a pedestrian depending on road circumstances. Defect: If there is an object in front of the vehicle the FCM camera system may incorrectly detect it as a pedestrian depending on road circumstances. Remedy: Carry out a software update to the FCM-ECU.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: if there is an object in front of the vehicle the FCM camera system may incorrectly detect it as a pedestrian depending on road circumstances.
The Fix
The dealer will carry out a software update to the FCM-ECU. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Eclipse Cross, Outlander PHEV built between 5 August 2016 and 19 March 2020 may be included. Mitsubishi estimates 17,804 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 R30409 or the DVSA reference R/2021/233. 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 CrossThe front wheel moulding could become detached and fall from the vehicle | Book soon | R/2021/334 | |
| Outlander, Outlander PHEVThe right side second row seat belt may be assembled incorrectly | Urgent | R/2020/146 | |
| Outlander PHEVThe resistor inside the air flow sensor may corrode | Low | R/2019/142 | |
| 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 |
This is one of 112 Mitsubishi recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mitsubishi recall launched before it was R/2020/147 on 20 Nov 2020, for the right front lower arm assembly could be broken due to improper welding. The one launched after it was R/2021/240 on 25 Jul 2021, for the air bag inflator might have a different air bag deployment performance than designed…. You can also see every Mitsubishi recall and all recalls launched in 2021.
Source: DVSA recall R/2021/233, launched 25 July 2021. 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.