Mitsubishi Space Star: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 34,878 Mitsubishi Space Star cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1998 and 2025.
In a sample of 399 cars, 59.1% 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 wipers give insufficient visibility (15.3% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 4 recalls for this model; 4.6% of registered cars still have an open recall.
2% 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 |
|---|---|
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 15.3% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 13.8% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 13.8% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 9.8% |
| Tyre damaged | 9.3% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 8.5% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 8.5% |
| Kingpin dust boot damaged and not sealing | 7.3% |
| Seatbelt damaged | 4.3% |
| Tyre pressure monitoring warning indicates a fault | 2.3% |
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 | 9.8% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 2.8% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 0.5% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 0.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 34,878 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 4.6% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 2% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 1998 to 2025 |
All Mitsubishi Space Star passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-06-16 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 7,817 |
| 2019-01-01 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 31,143 |
| 2016-01-19 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 3,293 |
| 2014-03-05 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 77 |
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 Space Star fail the APK?
In a sample of 399 cars first registered 2012–2021, 59.1% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Mitsubishi Space Star?
The most common APK defects are: wipers give insufficient visibility (15.3%), tyre pressure incorrect (13.8%), tyre tread depth insufficient (13.8%).
Does the Mitsubishi Space Star have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 4 recalls. 4.6% 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.