2008 Mitsubishi Outlander: recalls and complaints

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• 20V27900018 May 2020Structure / Frame and Members
• 18V06900026 Jan 2018Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Gasoline / Belts and Associated Pulleys
• 18V07100026 Jan 2018Visibility / Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
• 17V46100020 Jul 2017Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer / Motor
• 16V79100031 Oct 2016Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer / Linkages
• 16V45800023 Jun 2016Suspension / Front / Control Arm / Lower Arm
• 14V56400012 Sep 2014Exterior Lighting / Brake Lights / Switch
• 14V56200012 Sep 2014Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Gasoline / Belts and Associated Pulleys
• 14V36600025 Jun 2014Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Hose, Piping, and Connections
• 09V07700010 Mar 2009Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Check Valve
• 08V68000019 Dec 2008Exterior Lighting / Brake Lights / Switch
• 08V09400028 Feb 2008Seats

1. 20V279000Received 18 May 2020. 141,200 units.

   Structure / Frame and Members

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Lancer, 2009-2010 Lancer Sportback, 2008-2013 Outlander, and 2011-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-003.

   Report filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SR-20-003. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 7 Aug 2020.

2. 18V069000Received 26 Jan 2018. 141,053 units.

   Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Gasoline / Belts and Associated Pulleys

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Lancer, 2008-2012 Outlander, 2010-2012 Lancer Sportback, and 2011-2012 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with either a 4B11 or 4B12 engine. The drive belt automatic tensioner flange may crack, allowing the accessory drive belt to detach.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the belt tensioner with one that has an improved shape, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-001.

   Report filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SR-18-001. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 27 Mar 2018.

3. 18V071000Received 26 Jan 2018. 56,641 units.

   Visibility / Sun/Moon Roof Assembly

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the sunroof glass detaches from the assembly while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sunroof glass assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-003.

   Report filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SR-18-003. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 27 Feb 2018.

4. 17V461000Received 20 Jul 2017. 100,082 units.

   Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer / Motor

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-003.

   Report filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SR-17-003. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 28 Jul 2017.

5. 16V791000Received 31 Oct 2016. 100,082 units.

   Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer / Linkages

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-009.

   Report filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SR-16-009. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 28 Jul 2017.

6. 16V458000Received 23 Jun 2016. 194,674 units.

   Suspension / Front / Control Arm / Lower Arm

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. In the affected vehicles, the front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A detached front control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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 repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-003.

   Report filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SR-16-003. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 14 Sep 2016.

7. 14V564000Received 12 Sep 2014. 37,145 units.

   Exterior Lighting / Brake Lights / Switch

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Brake lights that are inoperative would not warn other drivers that the vehicle is stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-010. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 08V-680 and does not include any vehicles that were previously recalled.

   Report filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SR-14-010. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Oct 2014.

8. 14V562000Received 12 Sep 2014. 165,923 units.

   Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Gasoline / Belts and Associated Pulleys

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Lancer, Lancer Evolution, and Outlander; 2009-2011 Lancer Sportback, Lancer Rilliart, and Lancer Sportback Ralliart; and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles. The affected vehicles, manufactured with 4B1 engines, have an engine pulley and belt arrangement for turning the alternator, the cooling fan and the power steering pump (if equipped). These pulleys may experience unusual wear and allow for belt detachment.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the drive belt detaches, the battery may discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive belt with a rubber belt. Drive pulleys that are excessively worn will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-009.

   Report filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SR-14-009. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Oct 2014.

9. 14V366000Received 25 Jun 2014. 203 units.

   Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Hose, Piping, and Connections

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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 converter housing of the automatic transmission. As a result of the contact, the power steering pressure tube may develop a hole and leak power steering fluid.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A power steering fluid leak could result in a loss of steering assistance, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-006.

   Report filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SR-14-006. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 12 Aug 2014.

10. 09V077000Received 10 Mar 2009. 39,711 units.

    Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Check Valve

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Mitsubishi is recalling 39,711 my 2008-2009 outlander and lacer vehicles. Incorrect material composition of the brake booster check valve may cause the check valve to stick closed when the engine is shut off. When the vehicle is re-started and put into motion, under certain driving conditions (very slow vehicle maneuvers), there may be insufficient initial braking assist.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    This may temporarily increase the stopping distance of the vehicle and therefore increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will replace the brake booster check valve free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during april 2009. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

    Report filed by MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC.. Manufacturer campaign number SR-09-002. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 4 May 2009.

11. 08V680000Received 19 Dec 2008. 21,493 units.

    Exterior Lighting / Brake Lights / Switch

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Mitsubishi is recalling 21,493 my 2007-2008 outlander vehicles equipped with LED type stop lamps and distributed in the united states and puerto rico. The brake lamp switch may malfunction and cause the stop lamps to not illuminate during brake application.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    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.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will replace the stop lamp switch. The recall is expected to begin during february 2009. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

    Report filed by MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC.. Manufacturer campaign number SR-09-001. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 24 Feb 2009.

12. 08V094000Received 28 Feb 2008. 5,400 units.

    Seats

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Mitsubishi is recalling 5,400 my 2007-2008 outlander passenger vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. 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 solution to come into contact with the unused power seat harness connector.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    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.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    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. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

    Report filed by MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC.. Manufacturer campaign number SR-08-002. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 7 Apr 2008.

The campaign number opens the NHTSA record. Each quotation is the text of the NHTSA recall file.

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Units: The number of vehicles or products that a recall can include. The manufacturer or the firm reports the number to the agency.

A complaint can name more than one component. Each component that a complaint names is one component mention. The figure per 1,000 component mentions shows how many of each 1,000 mentions name the component.

• 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
• All 2008 vehicles

The table shows the 10 components with the most mentions, of 17.

Complaints that report a crash

1

Complaints that report a fire

1

Injuries in the complaints

2

Deaths in the complaints

0

Date of the newest complaint

28 May 2026

These figures are the entries of the persons who sent the complaints.

Complaint: A report about a possible safety problem that a person sends to NHTSA. This site shows the number of complaints and not their text.

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.

Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.

1. 20036
2. 20044
3. 20051
4. 20061
5. 20079
6. 200812
7. 200913
8. 201010
9. 20118
10. 20126
11. 20135
12. 20144
13. 20155
14. 20168
15. 20176
16. 20186
17. 20195
18. 20203
19. 20227
20. 20232
21. 20241
22. 20251
23. 20261

A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

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How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander?

1,003,607 units in 12 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.

How many recall campaigns does the Mitsubishi Outlander have for all model years?

NHTSA lists 41 recall campaigns for the Mitsubishi Outlander, model years 2003 to 2026. 12 of them name the 2008 model year.

Which component do the complaints about the 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander name most often?

Suspension: 10 of 80 component mentions, or 125 per 1,000. For all 2008 vehicles the figure is 31.7 per 1,000.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander open?

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.