Mitsubishi ASX: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 18,485 Mitsubishi ASX cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2010 and 2026.
In a sample of 399 cars, 52.9% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, about as often as average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is steering dust boot damaged, not sealing (12% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 21 recalls for this model; 41.7% of registered cars still have an open recall.
0.9% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Steering dust boot damaged, not sealing | 12% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 10.8% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 10.5% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 8.5% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 8% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 7.3% |
| Tyre damaged | 5% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 5% |
| Brake lining carrier/fixing touches drum or disc | 2.5% |
| Tyre pressure monitoring warning indicates a fault | 2.5% |
Share of 399 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 11.5% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 8% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 2.5% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 1% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 18,485 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 41.7% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 0.9% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2010 to 2026 |
All Mitsubishi ASX passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-11-11 | other | – | 2,411 |
| 2021-12-21 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 1 |
| 2021-06-17 | brakes | serious | 5,048 |
| 2021-03-31 | brakes | – | 613 |
| 2019-01-01 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 31,143 |
| 2018-11-14 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 4,303 |
| 2018-11-07 | brakes | serious | 2,611 |
| 2018-11-07 | brakes | serious | 4,259 |
| 2018-10-04 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 10,572 |
| 2018-08-15 | windows and wipers | – | 9,089 |
| 2018-08-13 | brakes | serious | 31,284 |
| 2018-01-29 | doors, bonnet and tailgate | serious | 1,345 |
| 2018-01-26 | electrical system | serious | 2,360 |
| 2017-10-23 | windows and wipers | – | 6,399 |
| 2017-10-19 | doors, bonnet and tailgate | – | 9,210 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Mitsubishi ASX fail the APK?
In a sample of 399 cars first registered 2012–2021, 52.9% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Mitsubishi ASX?
The most common APK defects are: steering dust boot damaged, not sealing (12%), tyre pressure incorrect (10.8%), wipers give insufficient visibility (10.5%).
Does the Mitsubishi ASX have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 21 recalls. 41.7% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Mitsubishi models
Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.