Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution: Fuel May Leak
Recall Summary Mitsubishi is recalling 40 Lancer Evolution vehicles sold in the United Kingdom because the right-hand parking brake cable may rub against the fuel tank, damaging its protective coating and potentially causing corrosion and fuel leaks. The company will replace the parking brake cable and inspect or replace the fuel tank as needed to prevent fuel leaks.
- Recalling firm
- MITSUBISHI
- Product
- Vehicles: MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION. Units affected: 40
- Reason
- The right hand side parking brake cable may interfere with the fuel tank. As a result there is possibility of peeling off the coating on the fuel tank. In the worst case the fuel tank can corrode and leak. Leaking fuel is a risk to other road users. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the right hand side parking brake cable with a new one. In addition the fuel tank will be checked and if necessary replaced.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2016-01-26
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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