Mitsubishi Outlander problems
125 owner complaints with NHTSA, no active recalls. Here's where owners say it breaks.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
- No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
- Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
August 2016 saftey recall defect notice received from Mitsubishi for lower control arm, november 2016 received saftey notice for same defect to be inspected for corrosion. 12/13/16 inspection completed at university motors in morgantown wv. 3 holes found in part related to…
I have been having problems with the wheel turning towards the left. Once I went to Firestone and got tires I was told the my suspension is very loose. It is getting more hard to control the steering.
Tl* 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…
Leaving parking spot, bang sound, then a clunking as I turned out. Driver's side coil spring snapped in two places. Now in three pieces. Dealer only part and hard to find. Bought car new. *tr
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Common questions
Is the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 125 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander?
On the NHTSA data, the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is suspension, with 47 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 121,925 miles. Average repair cost runs about $900 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The suspension is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $900 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 121,925 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Mitsubishi Outlander has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 125 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $900, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.