2007 Mitsubishi Outlander: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander: 9 recalls, 125 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
Recalls
9 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seats Vehicle recall #08V094000 · 2008 · 5,400 vehicles
What's wrong: For vehicles without an electric power seat, the floor harness connector for the power seat is placed directly on the floorboard underneath the carpeting (vehicles with power seats already have the harness elevated). If a vehicle occupant enters the vehicle with a sufficient amount of snow on their feet containing road salt, it is possible for the melted snow mixture to soak the carpet and allow the salt-water…
Why it matters: The connector terminal May corrode and allow current to flow, resulting in the gradual heating and melting of the connector and May result in a fire.
The fix: Dealers will relocate the floor harness from beneath both the passenger and driver seats to above the carpet and away from the bottom of the floorboard to prevent contact with any future melt solution. The recall began on April 7, 2008.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #08V680000 · 2008 · 21,493 vehicles
What's wrong: The brake lamp switch May malfunction and cause the stop lamps to not illuminate during brake application.
Why it matters: The failure of the brake lamps to illuminate when the brakes are applied will not provide warning to following traffic and could result in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the stop lamp switch. The recall is expected to begin during February 2009.
Steering Vehicle recall #14V366000 · 2014 · 203 vehicles
What's wrong: Mitsubishi motors north america, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 outlander vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Additionally, mitusbishi is recalling certain 2007-2012 outlander vehicles that received replacement 6-speed automatic transmissions during servicing. The transmissions in these vehicles have insufficient clearance between the power steering pressure tube and the…
Why it matters: A power steering fluid leak could result in a loss of steering assistance, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pressure tube and return tube, free of charge. The recall began in August 2014.
Transmission & drivetrain, Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #14V365000 · 2014 · 5 vehicles
What's wrong: Mitsubishi motors north america, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2009 outlander vehicles. During servicing, the affected vehicles were repaired with replacement transfer case assemblies whose oil seal May come out of position.
Why it matters: If the oil seal dislodges, automatic transmission fluid (atf) May enter the transfer case assembly, reducing the atf pressure in the transmission, resulting in poor transmission shifting or the inability of the vehicle to be driven, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2014.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #14V564000 · 2014 · 37,145 vehicles
What's wrong: Mitsubishi motors north america, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 outlander vehicles manufactured December 15, 2006, to October 31, 2007, and April 16, 2008, to August 22, 2009. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch May malfunction causing the brake lights to not illuminate during brake application.
Why it matters: Brake lights that are inoperative would not warn other drivers that the vehicle is stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch with a new one, free of charge. The recall began in mid-October 2014.
Suspension Vehicle recall #16V458000 · 2016 · 194,674 vehicles
What's wrong: Mitsubishi motors north america, Inc. (mmna) is recalling certain model year 2002-2007 lancer, 2004 lancer wagon, 2003-2006 lancer evolution, 2003-2006 outlander and 2007-2013 outlander v-6 vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania,…
Why it matters: A detached front control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. Depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one that has a sealing/anti-corrosion agent applied to it. These…
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #16V791000 · 2016 · 100,082 vehicles
What's wrong: Mitsubishi motors north america, Inc. (mmna) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 outlander vehicles manufactured September 8, 2006, to March 29, 2013. In the affected vehicles, water May enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the wiper link separating and the wipers becoming inoperative.
Why it matters: Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rubber boot on the ball joint to prevent water intrusion. Additionally, they will inspect the wiper motor crank arm for excessive play, replacing it as necessary. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #17V461000 · 2017 · 100,082 vehicles
What's wrong: Mitsubishi motors north america, Inc. (mmna) is recalling certain 2007-2013 outlander vehicles. In the affected vehicles, water May drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole. The water May cause internal corrosion of the windshield wiper motor and the possible failure of the motor.
Why it matters: Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #18V071000 · 2018 · 56,641 vehicles
What's wrong: Mitsubishi motors north america, Inc. (mmna) is recalling certain 2007-2010 outlander, 2008-2010 lancer, 2009-2010 lancer evolution, and 2010 lancer sportback vehicles equipped with sunroofs. The sunroof glass May detach from the sunroof assembly, becoming a road hazard to other vehicles.
Why it matters: If the sunroof glass detaches from the assembly while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sunroof glass assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2018.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Suspension (58): the most common themes are rust / corrosion (23), noise or vibration (14), steering problems (12).
- Body & structure (16): the most common themes are rust / corrosion (9), noise or vibration (2).
- Visibility/Wiper (14): the most common themes are rust / corrosion (2).
- Electrical (13): the most common themes are electrical failure (3).
The 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has 125 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 23 Outlander model years for complaints (2.2× the average Outlander year). Complaints peaked in 2017 (22 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 9 years old, at a median of 88,789 miles. Neighboring years: 2006 (21 complaints, 1 recalls), 2008 (58 complaints, 12 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | Regular |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 vehicle recalls for the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander problems?
Owners have filed 125 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are suspension (58), body & structure (16), visibility/wiper (14).
What gas mileage does the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic (S6)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
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