2003 Mitsubishi Outlander Mitsubishi Outlander 2003

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2003 Mitsubishi Outlander repairs by problem area

Engine (39%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (22%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

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

Other (9%)

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2003 Mitsubishi Outlander repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (9%)

$500 - $999 (32%)

$100 - $499 (32%)

< $100 (27%)

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Chart based on 22 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Mitsubishi Outlander 4dr SUV

140-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mitsubishi Outlander in Alabama, United States
Jul 2017 - Jun 2018
Apr 2017

166800 mi

US $370
Complete spring kit adjusters or levers on both sides star adjust wheel 
Mitsubishi Outlander in Alabama, United States
- Dec 2007
Dec 2007

100000 mi

US $400
Crack in the radiator which caused ancillary damage when it broke open. 

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2003 Mitsubishi Outlander 4dr SUV

140-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Mitsubishi Outlander in Virginia, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Jun 2017

129000 mi

US $300
The muffler broke off its mount and down pipe so it and the pipe were replaced. 
Mitsubishi Outlander in Victoria, Australia
May 2017 - Jun 2022
Oct 2021

153140 mi

A $650
Replace MAF sensor 
Mitsubishi Outlander in North Carolina, United States
Dec 2015 - Dec 2016
Aug 2016

180000 mi

US $800
New ac clutch 
Mitsubishi Outlander in North Carolina, United States
- Mar 2012
Apr 2007

81282 mi
RECALL - Cooling fan controller replaced at no cost. 
Aug 2007

80000 mi

US $125
recharged a/c 
Jul 2008

108000 mi

US $533
Replaced A/C clutch, recharged A/C 
Sep 2008

113065 mi

US $100
Replaced lift supports for rear hatch. Did repair myself, ordered parts from ricartparts.com 
Mar 2010

156000 mi

US $9
Replaced faulty radiator cap myself. 
Apr 2010

160000 mi

US $24
Raditor leak. Poured Stop Leak into radiator. 
May 2010

162000 mi

US $4
Replaced left tail lamp 
Jul 2010

167000 mi

US $562
Cooling system pressure test, new radiator, coolant flush/fill. 
Nov 2010

176000 mi

US $12
Oil change and tire rotation. had a good coupon. 
Mar 2011

184000 mi
Replaced the second spark plug wire. Bought a pair in May 2010 for $28. Used the last wire from this pack. 
Mar 2012

213000 mi

US $1200
New struts (4), various bushing for rear subframe, alignment, oil change, tire rotation 
Mitsubishi Outlander in Oklahoma, United States
- Jan 2008
Jan 2008

90500 mi

US $214
Front drivers side hub bearing 
Mitsubishi Outlander in Rhode Island, United States
Jun 2015 - Dec 2015
Jun 2015

189000 mi

US $700
Rebuilt steering rack 
Jul 2015

189700 mi

US $300
New radiator and cooling fans 
Mitsubishi Outlander in Ontario, Canada
Aug 2015 - Jun 2017
Feb 2016

150700 mi

C $600
There was a leak at the left rear brake system. 
Jul 2016

156860 mi

C $1500
The timing belt broke in the middle of the road. Luckily engine was not affected. Some bushings had to be replaced. Car was making a loud noise when changing gears suddenly 
Jun 2017

170500 mi

C $800
lot of clanks on both sides. Replaced lower arms and ball joints 

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2003 Mitsubishi Outlander Repair Histories

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