TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH, THE DEFROSTER ON THE VEHICLE BECAME INOPERABLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT A GRINDING NOISE WAS HEARD. THE FAILURE WAS PERSISTENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V233000 (VISIBILITY). THE MANUFACT…
2009 mitsubishi Outlander visibility problems
moderate 5 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $350
Complaints
5
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$350
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, SHE HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE AND THEN THE SUN ROOF GLASS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 47,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 48,236. UPDATED 10/17/12 *CN UPDATED 10/23/2012 *JS
Common questions
How serious is the visibility problem on the 2009 mitsubishi Outlander?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 5 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $350 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the visibility typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $350 for visibility repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to visibility?
No active recalls currently cover visibility issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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