Mitsubishi has announced a national recall for more than 6000 of its Pajero models sold between 2017 and 2018.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission says the affected vehicles have a steering fault that could cause accidents on the road.

“Due to inadequate welding strength, the front right side suspension lower control arm may fail at one of the weld joints,” says the ACCC.

Owners are being contacted to arrange a vehicle repair, free of charge.