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moderate 8 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $350 · see visibility across all vehicles →
Of the 8 visibility complaints filed for the 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
Among the 11 model years of Mitsubishi Outlander in our records for visibility problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
All 2 active visibility recalls on this vehicle land at critical or severe — none classified moderate.
Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering visibility on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Mitsubishi outlander. While driving in rainy conditions at approximately 65 MPH, the windshield wipers stopped without warning. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact pulled the vehicle over to wait for the rain to stop. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (ray brandt Chevrolet, westbank expy, harvey, la 70058 (504)-229-6013). The dealer diagnosed…
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 8 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $350 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
Based on the 8 complaints filed, visibility issues most often appear around 68,845 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
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.
Yes — 2 active recall(s) cover visibility issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.