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ProblemsByVin File / 2011-MITSUBISHI-OUTLANDER
2011 · mitsubishi

mitsubishi Outlander problems

2 safety recalls. 88 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.4 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

engine
22 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
electrical
13 reports · avg $850
moderate
powertrain
8 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
visibility
8 reports · avg $350
moderate
airbags
6 reports · avg $1,100
severe
suspension
6 reports · avg $900
severe
seatbelts
4 reports · avg $500
moderate
steering
3 reports · avg $700
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2011 Outlander · other
HELLO, MY BLOWER STOPPER WORKING IN MY CAR AND I FOUND THIS RECALL ONLINE AND I WAS WONDERING IF MY CAR WAS PART OF THIS RECALL: RECALL NUMBER 15V233000 RECALL DATE 04/20/2015 COMPONENT VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:BLOWER SUMMARY MITSUBISHI MOTORS…
12/30/2017 · NHTSA ODI #11057663.0
2011 Outlander · electrical
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED TO ACTIVATE. THE NEXT MORNING, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE BATTERY, BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE CONTACT REPROGRAMMED THE ECU AND THE FAILURE…
12/30/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10938698.0
2011 Outlander · suspension
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V458000 (SUSPENSION); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL…
12/30/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10938838.0
2011 Outlander · engine
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V562000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE DEALER DID NOT GIVE A SPECIFIC DATE FOR WHEN THE PART WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE.…
12/30/2014 · NHTSA ODI #10668998.0

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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 15V233000 20/04/2015

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc

Failure of the blower motor may reduce the performance of the windshield defroster, diminishing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace a suspect blower motor, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-15-003.
severe NHTSA 14V562000 12/09/2014

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc

If the drive belt detaches, the battery may discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive belt with a rubber belt. Drive pulleys that are excessively worn will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-009.

Common questions

Is the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 88 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2011 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.

What's the most common problem on the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 22 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The engine is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop. 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 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 88 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $3,100, 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 aren't always better value.

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