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2007 Mitsubishi Outlander Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 125 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander, most often about the suspension (46% of complaints, typically around 120,500 miles). It is the 3rd most complained-about Outlander model year since 2000 and has 9 recalls.
Most common 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander problems
Suspension
58 complaints · 46%Half of these problems showed up before 120,500 miles. Parts named most often: front, subframe/mounting bracket.
Mitsubishi has extended the warranty on this vehicles front coil springs to 120,000 miles or 9 years (whichever comes first). My front coil springs went bad at 120,500 and Mitsubishi refuses to make the necessary repair to their defective parts. The front coil springs, according to Mitsubishi have a "potential" to…
I was driving at approximately 5mph braking to take a left hand turn when I heard a loud clunk and came to an abrupt stop. After existing the vehicle it appears my front suspension had snapped and my drivers side tire was pushed into the quarter panel hindering my drivers side door and my passenger tire was pointing…
Visibility and wipers
22 complaints · 18%Half of these problems showed up before 80,000 miles. Parts named most often: defroster/defogger/hvac system, rearview mirrors/devices, windshield, glass, side/rear.
The contact owns a 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that the blower motor failed prematurely without warning. The dealer diagnosed that the blower motor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified and provided no solution. In addition, the vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 16v791000…
There is a current recall (#15v233000) open for 2009 and up outlanders, however; my 2007 Outlander is experiencing the same safety issue. See the following supporting links: Mitsubishi forum discussion showing issue with 2007 outlanders…
Body and structure
16 complaints · 13%Half of these problems showed up before 125,000 miles. Parts named most often: body, frame and members.
The contact owns a 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that the recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 16v791000 (structure:body) was received in october. After contacting the dealer and the manufacturer on multiple occasions, the contact was informed that the parts needed for the recall remedy were still…
I crashed my car due to the rotting away of my sub frame and control arms, Mitsubishi is not taking responsibility. The car has been sitting at crown Mitsubishi and they only jwant to fix the recall
Electrical
13 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 12,500 miles. Parts named most often: instrument cluster/panel.
Entire dashboard cluster failed: speedometer, tach, odometer, fuel gauge, computer. Car still ran, but there was no way to determine speed or gas remaining. Dealer had to replace entire dashboard.
Digital dash board failed. No speed, tachometer, mileage log available. May cause accidental over speeding and dangers in some conditional.
Steering
11 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 120,000 miles.
I was driving at approximately 5mph braking to take a left hand turn when I heard a loud clunk and came to an abrupt stop. After existing the vehicle it appears my front suspension had snapped and my drivers side tire was pushed into the quarter panel hindering my drivers side door and my passenger tire was pointing…
Mechanic said my axle boot lock and strut spring broke and I need a new passenger front axle coil spring. Loud bang woke US up while car was in driveway. Related to recall NHTSA campaign id: 16v458000? Also power steering leaking every time we fill it, that also might have a recall from what I saw. Mitsubishi dealer…
Lights
10 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 34,500 miles. Parts named most often: headlights.
Tl contact owns a 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. On may 12, 2009, the contact went to have a recall repair performed on the vehicle and was informed that the part was unavailable. It was unknown as to when the part would arrive. The contact feels that this is a safety issue because the brake lights are not illuminating…
The brake switch malfunctioned. There is failure of the brake lamps to illuminate when the brakes are applied. This can result in an accident. I was told that my particular vehicle was not included in the initial recall for this issue. This vehicle should be included in the recall.
Brakes
8 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 53,000 miles. Parts named most often: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip.
While driving my 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander the right rear brakes locked up and wore down the brake pad to nothing causing metal on metal contact with the rotor. I contacted Mitsubishi and had the vehicle towed to the closest Mitsubishi dealership. The mechanic at the dealership told me that the emergency brake cable…
The yoke that is part of the frame that holds up the front steering assembly rusted through and does not support the steering assembly the way it should. The car is only 7-1/2 years old and this should not have failed. There were only two replacements to be found in the country. One was a used one from the"south"…
Air bags
8 complaints · 6%Parts named most often: frontal.
On june 21,2007 I was involved in an accident. The front of 2007 mitsibushi outlnder was crushed in. The car was 4 months old. The car has since been totaled due to about $13,000 worth of damage. The problem is that I was 9 months pregnant and the air bags failed to deploy. The body shop stated that they should have…
Tl contact owns a 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. While driving 45 MPH, the contact attempted to apply the brakes, but could not stop the vehicle in time. As a result, he rear ended another vehicle. The contact stated that his seat belt failed to restrain him and he struck the steering wheel and sun visor. The air bags…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2007 Mitsubishi Outlander recalls
Visibility and wipers: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk: If the sunroof glass detaches from the assembly while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sunroof glass assembly, free of charge. The recall began on february 27, 2018. Owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mmna's number for this recall is sr-18-003.
Full defect summary
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain 2007-2010 outlander, 2008-2010 lancer, 2009-2010 lancer evolution, and 2010 lancer sportback vehicles equipped with sunroofs. The sunroof glass may detach from the sunroof assembly, becoming a road hazard to other vehicles.
Visibility and wipers: motor
Risk: Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. The recall began july 28, 2017. Owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mmna's number for this recall is sr-17-003.
Full defect summary
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain 2007-2013 outlander vehicles. In the affected vehicles, water may drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole. The water may cause internal corrosion of the windshield wiper motor and the possible failure of the motor.
Visibility and wipers: linkages
Risk: Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rubber boot on the ball joint to prevent water intrusion. Additionally, they will inspect the wiper motor crank arm for excessive play, replacing it as necessary. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on july 28, 2017. Owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mmna's number for this recall is sr-16-009.
Full defect summary
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 outlander vehicles manufactured september 8, 2006, to march 29, 2013. In the affected vehicles, water may enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the wiper link separating and the wipers becoming inoperative.
Suspension: lower arm
Risk: A detached front control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. Depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one that has a sealing/anti-corrosion agent applied to it. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began january 2017. Owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mmna's number for this recall is sr-16-003.
Full defect summary
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain model year 2002-2007 lancer, 2004 lancer wagon, 2003-2006 lancer evolution, 2003-2006 outlander and 2007-2013 outlander v-6 vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, west virginia, wisconsin and the district of columbia. In the affected vehicles, the front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.
Lights: switch
Risk: Brake lights that are inoperative would not warn other drivers that the vehicle is stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch with a new one, free of charge. The recall began in mid-october 2014. Owners may contact mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is sr-14-010. Note: this recall is an expansion of recall 08v-680 and does not include any vehicles that were previously recalled.
Full defect summary
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 outlander vehicles manufactured december 15, 2006, to october 31, 2007, and april 16, 2008, to august 22, 2009. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may malfunction causing the brake lights to not illuminate during brake application.
Steering: hose, piping, and connections
Risk: A power steering fluid leak could result in a loss of steering assistance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pressure tube and return tube, free of charge. The recall began in august 2014. Owners may contact mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is sr-14-006.
Full defect summary
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 outlander vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Additionally, mitusbishi is recalling certain 2007-2012 outlander vehicles that received replacement 6-speed automatic transmissions during servicing. The transmissions in these vehicles have insufficient clearance between the power steering pressure tube and the converter housing of the automatic transmission. As a result of the contact, the power steering pressure tube may develop a hole and leak power steering fluid.
Transmission: transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Risk: If the oil seal dislodges, automatic transmission fluid (atf) may enter the transfer case assembly, reducing the atf pressure in the transmission, resulting in poor transmission shifting or the inability of the vehicle to be driven, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on july 30, 2014. Owners may contact mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is sr-14-005.
Full defect summary
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2009 outlander vehicles. During servicing, the affected vehicles were repaired with replacement transfer case assemblies whose oil seal may come out of position.
Lights: switch
Risk: The failure of the brake lamps to illuminate when the brakes are applied will not provide warning to following traffic and could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the stop lamp switch. The recall is expected to begin during february 2009. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Full defect summary
Mitsubishi is recalling 21,493 my 2007-2008 outlander vehicles equipped with LED type stop lamps and distributed in the united states and puerto rico. The brake lamp switch may malfunction and cause the stop lamps to not illuminate during brake application.
Seats
Risk: The connector terminal may corrode and allow current to flow, resulting in the gradual heating and melting of the connector and may result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will relocate the floor harness from beneath both the passenger and driver seats to above the carpet and away from the bottom of the floorboard to prevent contact with any future melt solution. The recall began on april 7, 2008. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Full defect summary
Mitsubishi is recalling 5,400 my 2007-2008 outlander passenger vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. For vehicles without an electric power seat, the floor harness connector for the power seat is placed directly on the floorboard underneath the carpeting (vehicles with power seats already have the harness elevated). If a vehicle occupant enters the vehicle with a sufficient amount of snow on their feet containing road salt, it is possible for the melted snow mixture to soak the carpet and allow the salt-water solution to come into contact with the unused power seat harness connector.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: suspension (58 complaints, typically around 120,500 miles); visibility and wipers (22 complaints, typically around 80,000 miles); body and structure (16 complaints, typically around 125,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander have?
- 9 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from January 26, 2018 (visibility and wipers). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2007 a bad year for the Mitsubishi Outlander?
- It is the 3rd most complained-about Outlander model year since 2000, with 125 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.