2004 Mitsubishi Outlander problems
The Mitsubishi Outlander (Japanese: 三菱・アウトランダー, Hepburn: Mitsubishi Autorandā) is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by Japanese automaker Mitsubishi Motors since 2001. It was originally known as the Mitsubishi Airtrek (Japanese: 三菱・エアトレック, Hepburn: Mitsubishi Eatorekku) when it was introduced in Japan.
The original Airtrek name was chosen to "describe the vehicle's ability to transport its passengers on adventure-packed journeys in a 'free-as-a-bird' manner", and was "coined from Air and Trek to express the idea of footloose, adventure-filled motoring pleasure." The Outlander nameplate which replaced it evoked a "feeling of journeying to distant, unexplored lands in search of adventure."
The second generation of the vehicle was introduced in 2006 and all markets including Japan adopted the Outlander name, although production of the older version continued in parallel. It was built on the company's GS platform, and used various engines developed by Mitsubishi, Volkswagen, and PSA Peugeot Citroën. PSA's Citroën C-Crosser and Peugeot 4007, which were manufactured by Mitsubishi in Japan, are badge engineered versions of the second generation Outlander. Global sales achieved the 1.5 million unit milestone in October 2016, 15 years after its market launch.
As part of the third generation line-up, Mitsubishi launched in January 2013 a plug-in hybrid model called Outlander PHEV. As of January 2022, global sales totaled about 300,000 units, and according to JATO Dynamics, the Outlander PHEV is the world's all-time best selling plug-in hybrid since December 2018. As of 2019, Europe is the leading market with over 126,000 units sold through January 2019, and the Outlander plug-in hybrid listed as Europe's best-selling plug-in hybrid car for five years running, 2015 to 2019.
The fourth-generation model was released 2021. Following Mitsubishi's entry to Renault–Nissan–Mitsubishi Alliance, the fourth-generation Outlander is based on the Rogue/X-Trail, which is built on the CMF-CD platform.
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Common 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander problems
The Mitsubishi Outlander 2004 is known for several common problems that owners have reported. One of the most frequent issues is poor fuel consumption. Although this is not a major mechanical problem, it can lead to increased running costs over time.
Another issue that has been reported is related to the engine. Some owners have experienced problems with the throttle body, which can cause rough running, poor idling, or stalling. This can be caused by a crook throttle body, a failing crank-angle sensor, or a faulty oxygen sensor. If the engine warning light on the dashboard illuminates, it is recommended to take the car to a dealer or mechanic for diagnosis and repair.
Some owners have also reported a light clunking noise when pulling away from a set of lights. According to experts, this is usually not a major problem and is caused by the anti-lock brakes conducting a self-test. However, if the noise becomes a big clunk, it is recommended to have the car checked by a professional.
The Outlander also seems to be very sensitive to wheel-alignment settings. If the correct alignment is not maintained, front tyres can wear out very quickly, and the rear suspension can develop wear in its bushes and joints, which can adversely affect wheel alignment, tyre life, and vehicle handling.
There have been several recalls on the Outlander, including a faulty brake light switch that could cause the brake lights to fail, factory accessory carpet mats that were the wrong shape and could potentially foul the accelerator pedal, and a brake booster that could become sticky and not produce enough energy to power the brakes properly. It is recommended to check with a Mitsubishi dealer to determine if the car has been affected and if any recalls have been addressed.
In summary, the Mitsubishi Outlander 2004 has several common problems that owners have reported, including poor fuel consumption, engine issues, wheel alignment sensitivity, and recalls. It is recommended to maintain regular servicing and inspections to ensure the car remains in good condition and to address any issues promptly.
What is the most common problem with Mitsubishi Outlander?
The Mitsubishi Outlander is a reliable SUV with a 4.0 out of 5.0 rating from RepairPal. Some of the top Mitsubishi Outlander problems include premature brake wear, automatic transmission failure, and a failed blower motor.
How many miles will a 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander last?
Your Mitsubishi Outlander should get between 200 and 250 thousand miles. This is a very high mileage for these kinds of cars. Depending on your usage, an Outlander could last you for up to 15 years. For a larger car, this is an exceptional lifespan.
Is the Mitsubishi Outlander a good reliable car?
RepairPal gives the Mitsubishi Outlander a reliability rating of 4 / 5, making it above average among compact SUVs. They also note that the 2022 Outlander has lower-than-average ownership costs, frequency of unscheduled repairs, and severity of repairs, making it “one of the more reliable vehicles on the road.”
What is the fuel consumption of a 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Mitsubishi Outlander 2004 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Mitsubishi Outlander currently offers fuel consumption from 10.5 to 10.8L/100km. The Mitsubishi Outlander is available with the following fuel type: ULP.
2004 Mitsubishi Outlander car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Mitsubishi Outlander problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Suspension problems
- Structure problems
- Air bags problems
- Exterior lighting problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
The NHTSA has received 52 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicles.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-23
- VIN: JA4LX31F04U
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that while driving at a slow speed, the front subframe detached. The contact stated that the driver’s side front wheel was pointing outwards. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V458000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-21
- VIN: JA4LZ31F34U
- Components: SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The entire undercarriage is rusted out, it was taken to Ricart near columbus ohio where they simply sprayed an anti rust coating over the existing rust. There is now rusted holes and the vehicle has spun out driving in straight due to control arm issues and whatever else. The vehicle is not believed to be road safe and needs to be addressed.
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-15
- VIN: JA4LZ31F64U
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: THE FRONT CONTROL ARM WHERE IT BOLTS TO THE K FRAME RUSTED AWAY COMPLETLY RESULTING IN THE FRONT DRIVERS TIRE TO COME OFF. WAS IN A GET IN GO PARKING LOT TURNING WHEN THIS HAPPENED LUCKLY NO ONE WAS HURT.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-10
- VIN: JA4LZ41F24U
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: REAR SUBFRAME RUSTED THROUGH WHILE MOVING SLOWLY IN DRIVEWAY CAUSING THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR WHEEL TO MISALIGN, MAKING THE CAR UNABLE TO MOVE. CAR WAS TOWED TO REPAIR SHOP WHERE REAR SUBFRAME WAS REPLACED.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-10-23
- VIN: JA4LX41F14U
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE'S SUBFRAME FRACTURED DUE TO RUST. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DES MOINES MITSUBISHI (4475 MERLE HAY RD, DES MOINES, IA 50310, (515) 270-8100) FOR AN UNKNOWN RECALL REPAIR THAT INVOLVED EITHER REPLACING THE SUBFRAME OR APPLYING AN ANTI-CORROSION FLUID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS ALREADY RUSTED WHEN THE ANTI-CORROSION FLUID WAS APPLIED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND PROVIDED A CASE NUMBER. THE DISTRICT MANAGER WAS TO CALL THE CONTACT BACK. THE MANUFACTURER REMOVED THE ORIGINAL RECALL FROM THE CONTACT'S VIN AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 147,087.
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-29
- VIN: JA4LZ31F94U
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: 2004 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO CORROSION RECALL NOTICE INSTRUCTION ISSUES - DEALERSHIP APPLIED CORROSION SPRAY TO FRONT CROSS MEMBER AND LOWER CONTROL ARM BEFORE CONSULTING CONSUMER. *SMD *TR
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-09-30
- VIN: JA4LZ41F14U
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING 25-30 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE REAR SUSPENSION WAS FRACTURED AND THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRACTURE WAS DUE TO SEVERE RUST. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE SUBFRAME SHOWED SEVERE AND EXTREME RUST. WALPOLE MITSUBISHI (575 BOSTON PROVIDENCE HWY, EAST WALPOLE, MA 02032, (508) 660-7000) WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE ON THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL ON THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 170,000.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-19
- VIN: JA4LZ41F14U
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: I RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL REGARDING THE FRONT CROSS BODY REGARDING RUST AND CORROSION. MY FRONT CROSS BODY FAILED WITH TOTAL RUST THROUGH. MECHANIC SHOWED ME THAT THE REAR CROSS BODY IS ALSO AFFECTED AND HAS A RUST THROUGH HOLE THE SIZE OF MY FIST. MITSUBISHI HAS REFUSED TO COVER THE REAR. THIS IS A TRUE SAFETY HAZARD AND NEEDS TO BE COVERED BY MITSUBISHI. *JS
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-05-14
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JA4LX31F44U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2004 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH THROUGH A ROUNDABOUT, THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL. THE FRONT PASSENGER PULLED THE MIDDLE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE FLIPPED OVER FOUR TIMES AND LANDED ON ITS ROOF. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE DRIVER AND PASSENGERS WERE UNINJURED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED TO A TOW LOT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 280,000.
SUSPENSION,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-11-20
- VIN: JA4LZ41F64U
- Components: SUSPENSION,ENGINE
- Summary: 2004 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE DRIVER SIDE LOWER CONTROL ARM / ENGINE CRADLE MALFUNCTION. CONSUMER SEEKS REIMBURSEMENT FOR LOWER CONTROL ARM CORROSION RECALL NOTICE REPAIRS. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE ON NOVEMBER 20, 2015 THE LOWER CONTROL ARM ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE BROKE AWAY FROM THE ENGINE CRADLE. THE DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE SNAPPED BACK INTO THE WHEEL WELL. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER FOR REIMBURSEMENT BUT, THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT RESPONDED. UPDATED 05/1/2017 *JS
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-20
- VIN: JA4LZ41F84U
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: WHEN I STARTED THE CAR AND PUT IT IN REVERSE, I HEARD A LOUD SOUND LIKE I HAD RAN OVER SOMETHING METAL, WHEN I GOT OUT TO CHECK THE LEFT REAR TIRE WAS LEANING OUT. I HAD SOMEONE LOOK AT IT AND WAS TOLD THE REAR CONTROL ARM RUSTED AND BROKE IN HALF. I WAS UNABLE TO DRIVE THE CAR AND HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED. I RECEIVED A RECALL FOR THE FRONT CONTROL ARM RUSTING BUT WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THAT THE FRONT ARM WAS NOT INCLUDED.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-09
- VIN: JA4LZ41F74U
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE FROM THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE STALLED AND WAS UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT CROSS MEMBERS FRACTURED AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V458000 (SUSPENSION). THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-01
- VIN: JA4LX31F44U
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: I NOTICED EXCESSIVE PLAY IN THE LEFT FRONT OF MY CAR WHICH IS A SAFETY ISSUE SO I BROUGHT IT TO COURTESY AUTO GROUP IN SOUTH ATTLEBORO MA. AND THEY FOUND THAT IT NEEDS LOWER CONTROL ARM DUE TO CORROSION. I LOOKED UNDERNEATH THE CAR WHEN I GOT IT HOME AND FOUND SEVERE CORROSION ON THE CROSS MEMBERS AND THE CORROSION IS FROM FRONT TO BACK UNDERNEATH THE CAR AND IS BECOMING A REAL SAFETY ISSUE. I BELIEVE MITSUBISHI SHOULD HAVE THIS PROBLEM FIXED BECAUSE LOTS OF PEOPLE HAVE HAD THIS ISSUE DUE TO FAULTY ANTI CORROSION
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-13
- VIN: JA4LZ31F84U
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND DIAGNOSED IT AS HAVING CORROSION ISSUES. THE CONTACT REFUSED TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE AND STATED IT WOULD NOT PASS INSPECTION. THE CONTACT PAID $1,711.02 OUT OF POCKET TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT DID NOT CALL THE MANUFACTURER PRIOR TO THE REPAIRS BECAUSE A NOTICE WAS NOT RECEIVED UNTIL AFTER THE REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-05
- VIN: JA4LZ31F44U
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING REMEDIED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V458000 (SUSPENSION), THE DEALER OBSERVED THAT THE REAR CROSS MEMBER WAS SEVERELY CORRODED AND CREATED HOLES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 140,000.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-04-05
- VIN: JA4LX41F04U
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: I'VE EXPERIENCED A CREAKING, LOOSE-RUSTY-BUCKET SQUEAK IN THE REAR END OF MY VEHICLE. THE NOISE IS MOSTLY HEARD FROM A STOP TO ACCELERATING < 20MPH OR DRIVING OVER UNEVEN PAYMENT. THE SOUND IS JUST EMBARASSING FROM THE OUTSIDE AND ANNOYING ON THE INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. I WOULDN'T CALL THE NOISE A HAZARDOUS PROBLEM BECAUSE IT HAS BEEN DRIVING FINE, BUT I'M NOT A MECHANIC AND ITNOTICED MUCH TO CONCERN A DEF
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-09
- VIN: JA4LZ31FX4U
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: NHTSA RECALL NUMBER: OPENS NEW WINDOW TAKES AWAY FROM VIN LOOKUP SECTION> 16V458 RECALL DATE: AUGUST 19, 2016 MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBER: SR-16-003 SUMMARY: THE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE SURFACES OF THE FRONT CROSS MEMBERS USED ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, IF EXPOSED LONG TERM TO SNOW MELT WATER AND ANTI-FREEZING AGENTS, MAY CORRODE DUE TO INSUFFICIENT PERFORMANCE OF THE RUST PROTECTION. SHOULD SIGNIFICANT CORROSION OCCUR OVER TIME, A LOWER CONTROL ARM COULD EVENTUALLY BECOME DETACHED RESULTING IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND A POTENTIAL COLLISION. SAFETY RISK: SHOULD SIGNIFICANT CORROSION OCCUR OVER TIME, A LOWER CONTROL ARM COULD EVENTUALLY BECOME DETACHED RESULTING IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND A POTENTIAL COLLISION. REMEDY: REPAIR NOT YET AVAILABLE. RECALL STATUS: RECALL INCOMPLETE. REMEDY NOT YET AVAILABLE.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-22
- VIN: JA4LX41F24U
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH APPROACHING A STOP LIGHT, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE GAVE WAY AND DISCONNECTED THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL. THE VEHICLE BECAME IMMOBILIZED IN TRAFFIC WITHOUT WARNING. THE POLICE ARRIVED AND ASSISTED THE CONTACT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOW YARD AND WAS LATER TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE UNDERCARRIAGE OF THE VEHICLE WAS CORRODED. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE LOWER CONTROL ARM TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT LATER RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V458000 (SUSPENSION). THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 96,484.
SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-24
- VIN: JA4LZ31F24U
- Components: SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE AND NOTED THAT THERE IS A LOUD SQUEAKY SOUND WORSENS WHEN DRIVING FROM THE BACK WITH ALOT OF RUST AND NOT BREAKING PROPERLY.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-12-28
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JA4LZ31F14V
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I WAS INVOLCED IN A SERVE ACCIDENT AND HIT ON PASSAGENGER SIDE. MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEFLAT.
SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-08-13
- VIN: JA4LX41F54U
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. UPON DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE ENGINE STALLED. IN ADDITION, THE GAUGING SYSTEM WAS LOW. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER TO BE REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 105,000.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-07-10
- VIN: JA4LZ31F44U
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: SUB FRAME BROKE IN HALF
STRUCTURE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-04-04
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JA4LX31F14U
- Components: STRUCTURE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: I CRASHED MY OUTLANDER IN MY PARKING LOT, I WAS PARKING SLOWLY, PUSHING THE BRAKE SLOWLY, THE CAR WAS AT THE FINAL POSITION IN MY SPOT AND SUDDENLY THE CAR CRASHED INTO A TREE. THE TREE WAS ABOUT 1 METER DISTANT FROM MY CAR...IM 100% SURE THAT THE ACCIDENT WAS A SUDDEN ACCELERATION. I HAD ANOTHER SIMILAR EPISODE ABOUT 3 MONTHS AGO, ALSO IN MY GARAGE, BUT A THAT TIME I WAS READY TO TURN TO THE RIGHT TO GO THE DOOR AND THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATE VERY FAST WITHOUT ME PUSHING THE GAS PEDAL, BUT FORTUNATELY I HAD PLENTY SPACE TO REACT, NOT THIS SECOND TIME, BUT WE ARE HUMANS AND THE FIRST REACTION IS TO THINK THAT WE MADE A MISTAKE, BUT NO ,IM 100% SURE THAT I DID NOT PUSHED THE ACCELERATOR..AND WITH THIS SECOND INCIDENT I WAS CRAZY THINKING EVERY MINUTE IN WHAT HAPPENED, AND IN THE POSSIBILITY THAT WILL HAPPEN AGAIN WITH LESS FORTUNE AND WITH ME AND OTHER PEOPLE INJURED OR DEATH. THIS THING WAS VERY VERY CONFUSING. I WAS PARKING SLOWLY, THE CAR WAS NEAR THE 0 MILES, THE CAR WAS AT THE FINAL POSITION IN MY SPOT, AND WHEN THE CAR WAS AT 0 MILES MY CAR ADVANCE WITH SUPER SPEED TOWARD A TREE IN 2 SECONDS... THE TREE WAS 1 METER DISTANT TO MY CAR AND THE INSURANCE GIVE ME A TOTAL LOSS. THIS CAR IS VERY VERY DANGEROUS, PLEASE DONT BUY THIS CAR IF YOU SEE IT AGAIN IN THE MARKET . *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-08-12
- VIN: JA4LX31F94U
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: AFTER MOVING TO TEXAS THE VEHICLE INSPECTION STATION ALERTED ME TO THE SEVERELY DEGRADED HEADLIGHT LENS ON BOTH SIDES. I HAVE RESTORED THE SURFACE AND SEALED THE CRACKS NUMEROUS TIMES BUT THEY ARE IN NEED OF RESTORATION OR REPLACEMENT AGAIN. THE LENS ALONE IS NOT AVAILABLE AND THE WHOLE ASSEMBLY COSTS OVER $200.00 EACH. THE CAR WAS PURCHASED IN DECEMBER OF 2003 AT THE SAME TIME I BOUGHT MY FORD F150 AND PARKED BESIDE THE TRUCK EVERY DAY FOR MORE THAN NINE YEARS. THE LENS ON MY FORD IS STILL CRYSTAL CLEAR, NO CRACKS AND LOOKS TO BE NEW. THE LENS ON MY MITSUBISHI IS CLOUDY, CRACKED AND CAUSES MY HEADLIGHTS TO BE VERY DIM. IF NOT FOR THE POLYMER SEALER I AM SURE THERE WOULD BE WATER INTRUSION WHICH WOULD LEAD TO HEADLAMP FAILURE. *TR
AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-01-17
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JA4LX31F14U
- Components: AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE
- Summary: SLAMMED MY FRONT DRIVERS SIDE INTO A CEMENT COLUMN IN A PARKING LOT. MY AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. NO MAJOR INJURY JUST A BRUISED JAW AND SORE NECK. INCIDENT 01/17/2013. USAA AUTO INSURANCE SAID CAR WAS TOTALLED SO I GET THE CASH VALUE. *TR
2004 Mitsubishi Outlander recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
- Summary: 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: A detached front control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: 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.
- Manufacturer: MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN
- Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Summary: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.' THE BILINGUAL ENGLISH/SPANISH REMOVABLE AIR BAG WARNING LABELS AFFIXED TO THE DASH AND TO THE SUNVISOR DO NOT MEET THE SIZE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
- Consequence: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
- Remedy: MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN WILL MAIL A CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION LETTER CONTAINING A WRITTEN DESCRIPTION AND A GRAPHIC OF THE BI-LINGUAL DASHBOARD AIR BAG WARNING LABEL. IN ADDITION, ALL CURRENT 2000-2004 NATIVA OWNERS WILL ALSO RECEIVE REPLACEMENT AIR BAG ALERT LABELS FOR THE SUN VISORS. THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH OR APRIL 2005. THE NOTIFICATION TO THE NATIVA OWNERS IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL OR MAY 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN AT 1-787-251-8715.
- Manufacturer: MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: TRAILER HITCHES
- Summary: CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN EQUIPPED WITH DEALER-INSTALLED TRAILER HITCH WIRING HARNESS AND CONTROL MODULE. THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE CAN OVERHEAT.
- Consequence: OVERHEATING OF THE TRAILER HITCH WIRING HARNESS MODULE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: OWNERS ARE BEING REQUESTED TO STOP USING THE HARNESS UNTIL A NEWLY DESIGNED REPLACEMENT IS PROVIDED AND CAN BE INSTALLED BY THE DEALER. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 28, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-888-648-7820.
- Manufacturer: MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
- Summary: ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES LOCATED IN THE CARIBBEAN, DUE TO A SOFTWARE PROGRAMMING ERROR IN THE ELECTRONIC TIMING AND CONTROL SYSTEM (ETACS), WHILE USING THE INTERMITTENT WIPER MODE, THE INTERMITTENT WIPER SWEEP TIME INTERVAL MAY INCREASE AS MUCH AS 6.8 SECOND BETWEEN WIPER SWEEPS.
- Consequence: IF THIS OCCURS DURING SEVERE WEATHER AND DURING VEHICLE'S HIGH-SPEED OPERATION, THE DRIVER VISIBILITY WOULD BE REDUCED, WHICH COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ETACS MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 14, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN AT 1-800-981-0452.
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Positive 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander car reviews
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I purchased my car in 2011 for just over 5k with 86k mileage. Since then, I have put on a good 100k miles and have had no issues whatsoever, other than quarterly oil changes. Recently, I have been looking to buy a BMW X5 2008, but I couldn't find any reviews stating that there were no issues. There always seems to be something that needs to be fixed or replaced before hitting 100k miles. However, I just wanted to take a moment to appreciate my long-time buddy, the Outlander. It's a great car in general! Although, I have noticed that my key has been getting stuck in the ignition lately and it needs a little playing around before it fires up.
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So glad to hear that you're enjoying the car! While the gas mileage could be better (17-20), the cabin is spacious and enjoyable. It may take a little while for the passenger cabin to heat up, but once it does, it's definitely worth the wait. The car handles beautifully and the engine is very responsive when you need it to be.
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I have been pleasantly surprised by the performance of my Outlander. Recently, we drove over the mountains in the snow and the car performed remarkably well. I was able to keep up with higher performing cars and even go faster than is safe, which is impressive. My wife and I purchased this car for her comfort, as she preferred a smaller size. Although I initially wanted to get the Endeavor, I believe the Outlander was a better purchase in terms of cost and efficiency.
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Driving the Outlander is fantastic! The comfort is amazing and the ride is so smooth. I was able to get exactly what I wanted and needed without any unnecessary extras. This car is truly great!
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I love my Outlander! It's so fun to drive, looks great, and has a lot of pep - something I didn't find in the Jeeps or Foresters I test drove. The steering is just right, the brakes feel wonderful, and I have great vision from all angles. I'm so happy with mine!
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Ned Smith 2024-09-13
When shutting the doors, the sound could be improved. The mileage is not as advertised. I have noticed some issues with the transmission. The stereo sound could be clearer. While the fog lights are a nice touch, they do not serve any practical purpose. Overall, I feel that I may have paid too much for a 4 cylinder car. I did my research on your site, and I was hoping for a better experience. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Stuart Murphy 2024-08-25
Although I initially believed this car would be a suitable option for my needs, it has unfortunately proven to be quite problematic. In the past 6 months, I have had to take it to the dealership 5 times, with 3 of those visits being due to issues with the car. The most significant problem has been an engine rattle that intermittently occurs, causing the car to sound like an older Buick. Despite my best efforts to take care of the car, other parts of it also rattle. Overall, this has been a disappointing purchase.