Recalls: Mitsubishi MQ Triton Utility
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Mitsubishi MQ Triton Utility
Mitsubishi MQ Triton Utility: tonneau cover could dislodge
In November 2015, a recall was issued for Mitsubishi MQ Triton double cab utilities that were fitted with Mitsubishi genuine accessory soft tonneau covers (STC Part Numbers MZ350508, MZ350509 & MZ359510). For these vehicles, 14 mm long rivets were supplied instead of 17 mm long rivets. With the 14 mm long rivets, the tonneau cover may not attach securely and could potentially dislodge unexpectedly, creating a safety hazard to other road users or pedestrians (PRA 2015/15031).
Mitsubishi MQ Triton Utility: incorrect towing loads
In November 2015, a recall was issued for Mitsubishi MQ Triton utilities that were fitted with Genuine Accessory tow bar kits with the part numbers MZ350452 and MZ350552. For these vehicles, the compliance label did not comply with the requirements in ADR 62/02 or AS4177.1 since the towing loads did not match the specifications for the MQ Triton utility. As a result, the user may exceed the specified towing loads in the Owner’s Manual, posing a potential safety hazard (PRA 2015/15064).
Mitsubishi MQ Triton Utility: towbar could detach
In March 2016, a recall was issued for Mitsubishi MQ Triton utilities that were fitted with a genuine Mitsubishi towbar because the fitted flange head bolts may loosen in use. If the bolts became loose, the towbar could detach from the vehicle, creating a safety hazard (PRA 2016/15281).
2015-17 Mitsubishi Triton Double Cab: side step cover could fall off
In May 2019, recall campaign 010160 was issued for Mitsubishi Triton Double Cab vehicles that had pipe type side steps and were available for sale from 2 March 2015 to 26 May 2017. The rivets for the side step cover could corrode and fracture, especially if expose to salt or anti-free agents. If all of the rivets fractured, the side step covers could drop off the vehicle and this could create a hazard for other road users; the step may also be hazardous for vehicle occupants to use. For the VINs of the recalled Mitsubishi Triton vehicles, please see PRA 2019/17534.
2015-19 Mitsubishi MQ/MR Triton with genuine accessory towbar wiring harness
In March 2020, recall campaigns 010164 and 010165 were issued for 2015-19 model year Mitsubishi MR and MR Triton vehicles. Due to incorrect installation, the genuine accessory towbar wiring harness (where fitted) could allow liquids to contact the electrical circuits. As a result, the harness and its surrounds may overheat, burn or catch fire – this posed a risk of injury. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2020/18203.
2020-22 Mitsubishi Triton: remote keys may not have button battery warning
In March 2023, recall campaigns 010170 and 010171 were issued for 2020-22 Mitsubishi Triton vehicles. Some remote keys supplied to consumers did not contain sufficient button battery warnings and, as such, did not comply with the mandatory labelling requirements for items containing button batteries. Consumers may therefore be unaware that the keys used button batteries and the risks posed to young children. If a young child ingested a button battery, they are likely to suffer severe internal burn injuries which could result in serious injury or death. Button batteries also pose a choking hazard. Owners were advised to contact their preferred Mitsubishi Motors dealer to check if the required warnings were present. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-005634.
Problems and faults: Mitsubishi MQ Triton Utility
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Mitsubishi MQ Triton Utility: manual transmission problems
For Mitsubishi MQ Triton utilties with the six speed manual transmission, there have been reports of the transmission slipping out of gear and grinding noises when engaging the first three forward gears. For affected vehicles, Mitsubishi has a transmission repair kit which is understood to have reinforced gear selectors and synchronisers.
