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🧸 Product PL BG DK EE FI GR IE LU PT SE SI April 16, 2021

Mitsubishi — ASX, Outlander, Outlander PHEV

Model codes: ASX (GA0W), Outlander (GF0W), Outlander PHEV (GG0W)

Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Injuries
Category
Motor vehicles

Hazard: The Fluorine anti-rust coating of the ramp shaft for the rear parking brake may peel off, allowing water to penetrate inside and rust the shaft and the internal caliper. As the result, the shaft could become stuck, causing decreased parking brake force, leading to increased risk of an accident.

Origin
Japan

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
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📈 Timeline
117 days in total
May 17, 2026 September 11, 2026
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What is this? Some Mitsubishi cars have a problem with the rear parking brake. A coating on a metal part may peel off. Water can get in and cause rust.

What's happening? The rust can make the parking brake stick. This can weaken the brake. It may not hold the car properly.

Does this affect me? This affects certain Mitsubishi models in several countries. Check if your car is one of them.

What should I do? Take your car to a Mitsubishi dealer. They will fix the problem for free. Ask your dealer or a mechanic if you are unsure.

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Brand(s) / product name(s)
Mitsubishi
Agency-published detail

Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The Fluorine anti-rust coating of the ramp shaft for the rear parking brake may peel off, allowing water to penetrate inside and rust the shaft and the internal caliper. As the result, the shaft could become stuck, causing decreased parking brake force, leading to increased risk of an accident. · Origin: Japan

First published
April 16, 2021
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10003494

All information on this page comes from the official agency notice. We translate and summarise it; we don't add or edit facts.

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▸ What is this product recall alert about?
Mitsubishi — ASX, Outlander, Outlander PHEV. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The Fluorine anti-rust coating of the ramp shaft for the rear parking brake may peel off, allowing water to penetrate inside and rust the shaft and the internal caliper. As the result, the shaft could...
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on April 16, 2021 by EU Safety Gate.
▸ Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to the following countries: Poland, Bulgaria, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Ireland, Luxembourg, Portugal, Sweden, and Slovenia.
▸ How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
▸ What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
▸ Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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