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Mitsubishi Outlander repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (23%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (9%)

Chart based on 372 repairs.
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Mitsubishi Outlander other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (3%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (19%)

< $100 (78%)

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Chart based on 36 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2016 Mitsubishi Outlander 4dr SUV

224-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

52000 mi

US $589
Replacement or OEM Tires, Wheel ALignement 

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2011 Mitsubishi Outlander 4dr SUV

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

84999 mi

US $49
Spare tire had leaky valve. We found out when a regular tire was punctured. 

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2010 Mitsubishi Outlander 4dr SUV

230-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

46500 mi Fuel door wouldn't open due to rusted pulley cable. They replaced it. Said it came from water/slush going through the switch if you don't have all-weather mats. Previous owner obviously didn't. 

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2010 Mitsubishi Outlander 4dr SUV

230-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD

19000 mi Was unable to open the gas latch 

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2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 4dr SUV

220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD

52680 mi Wiper transmission failed. Part was replaced under warranty, was in and out of the dealer within 90 mins 
63840 mi

C $2500
Cracked sub-frame 
74080 mi

C $400
Windshield wiper gearing issue. NOTE: I paid upfront. This has since been covered by a recall and I will be seeking a refund from Mitsubishi. 
61380 mi

C $50
Broken fuel door release cable. Ordered new and replaced. 
73780 mi

C $5
Rear tailgate difficult to open and close. Lubricated pivot points and improved function. 
9300 mi Gas mileage is finally decent (at about 12k). Paint it horribly soft, anything scratches this vehicle. Still really like it. Still no fix for the bad, bad, torque steer. 
31800 mi Brake switch was defective. When pressing the brake the transmission gate would not unlock to move it into drive. Dealer replaced switch under warranty. 
49680 mi

C $100
The fuel filler door cable broke and needed to b replaced 

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2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 4dr SUV

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

33480 mi Bad upper seat belt assembly 

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2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 4dr SUV

168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT 4WD

38000 mi

US $125
The nut on the valve assembly was probably corroded and fell apart. Pressure sensor fell inside tire and air escaped through the hole. Tire went flat on highway, drivers side front. Replaced tire and pressure sensor valve assembly. 

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2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 4dr SUV

220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD

24000 mi Driver's side front window was out of alignment/ not properly in the track. Dealer fixed. 

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2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 4dr SUV

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

80000 mi

US $10
Replaced and cleaned out check valves in windscreen washer hose due to clogs. 
120000 mi

US $150
Tire valve stem was cracked. Tire shop replace TPMS sensor/stem. Then had to take to dealership to have all TPMS sensors reprogrammed. I assume age - it was the original tpms so 10+yrs. No one had touched the wheels recently.  
96000 mi

US $50
the bearings for the in dash friend have 1 out 

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2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 4dr SUV

168-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual 4WD

55180 mi

€198
Seatbelt at the drivers site locked up, technically I was not allowed to drive it. Unit had to be replaced completely 

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2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 4dr SUV

220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

16740 mi

$250
Window fell off its rails. 
13020 mi

C $15
 
44320 mi

C $50
Window regulator bolt was loose and making a cruching noise going down. 

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2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 4dr SUV

220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD

2976 mi Driver's seat moves forward when braking. Replaced seat assembly. 
16120 mi Right after I bought the car, front driver's seat was moving forward every time you pressed the brake pedal. The seat was replaced, now it is doing the same thing. I was told: "They all do that." 
14000 mi Rear right door window came off track. Previous repair at 500 miles replaced track and runner. This repair tech elongated bolt hole as window was said to be unadjustable. Due to window coming off its track the applique was damaged and ordered by dealer 
10000 mi Rear wiper fluid jet failed and needed to be replaced. No wiper fluid was coming out during attempted operation. 
20000 mi

US $30
oil change, fender liner broken 
25000 mi Rear left window,malfunctioned off track. Warranty repair 
46000 mi Seat belt pretensioner broke and needed replacement. 
31000 mi Windshield washer pump seal leaked fluid. Could not drive the car safely during winter conditions w/o windshield washer fluid. Dealer took a pump from a new car from the lot and changed it on the spot. Took 45 minutes. 
133000 mi

US $100
Seat belt front passenger side retractor got stuck, replace with salvage yard unit. recall. 
55800 mi Right tail light not working and tailgate won't open fully. Turned out the hydraulic support of the tailgate has come out of its "apple" and has broken the tail light. 
24180 mi Can't open the gas tank door. The latch wire was broken. 

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2003 Mitsubishi Outlander 4dr SUV

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

113065 mi

US $100
Replaced lift supports for rear hatch. Did repair myself, ordered parts from ricartparts.com 
176000 mi

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

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