2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Mitsubishi Outlander 2012

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2012 Mitsubishi Outlander repairs by problem area

Engine (11%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (33%)

Brakes and Traction Control (11%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (33%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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Chart based on 9 repairs.
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2012 Mitsubishi Outlander repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (25%)

< $100 (75%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Mitsubishi Outlander 4dr SUV

168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD

Mitsubishi Outlander in New Jersey, United States
Aug 2015 - Jun 2022
Apr 2015

42589 mi

US $85
Difficulty starting. Dealer replaced battery under warranty 
Dec 2015

57500 mi

US $120
Car still has occasional difficulty starting. No power to starter - Battery replaced again under warranty Replaced torn CV boot under warranty Still have occasional starting issues. checked battery for "parasitic" drain. No issue found. 
Mar 2016

59700 mi
CV Joint reboot 
Jul 2017

89801 mi
Replace wiper motor and linkage - recall 
Mar 2018

106000 mi
Transmission replaced under manufacturer warranty 
Aug 2018

115000 mi
Serpentine belt recall 
Jan 2022

172000 mi

US $472
Replaced frozen rear caliper. Replace rear brake pads and rotors 

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2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Repair Histories

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