MITSUBISHI GALANT UK Recall Check

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2004/114 (8)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

The front passenger side air bag may suffer delayed deployment which in the worst case scenario could result in passenger injury

Remedy

Affected vehicles will be recalled at which time the airbag will be replaced with a unit which complies with the correct deployment assessment criteria.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2004/057 (10614)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

Possibility that water could seep into the lower ball joints of the front suspension due to insufficient sealing

Remedy

Likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled during which time the free play in the front suspension lower ball joints will be checked. If the play is found to be within tolerance and the dust cover is free from damage the cover will be cleaned and a sealer applied. If on inspection the dust cover is damaged or the joint is exhibiting free play outside the tolerance the lower arm will be replaced.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2003/067 (100)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

It is possible that due to improper welding of the levelling valve on the fuel tank fuel may leak from this area.

Remedy

Fit a new improved fuel tank.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2001/054 (5189)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

There is a possibility that due to water and dirt ingress into the lower arm ball joint the ball stud and joint case may suffer from premature wear. In the worst case the ball stud may come out of the ball joint case.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles inspect the lateral lower arm ball joints and replace if free play exceeds manufacturers specification.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2000/090 (1456)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

There is a possibility that the fuel tank may be incorrectly welded on its upper panel and baffle plate in the tank causing it to crack on the welded position. In the worst case this may cause the fuel tank to leak fuel.

Remedy

Inspect the vehicles replace the fuel tanks if leaking and in cases where no abnormality is found apply a protector plate.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2000/063 (1878)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

The nipple for the brake booster vacuum hose may become choked due to adhesion and accumulation of combustion products from the engine. This may cause in the worst case reduced braking efficiency after operating the brake pedal several times in a short period.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles to relocate nipple from intake manifold to resonator to avoid accumulation of combustion products.