2016 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 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander problems
The 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from owners. One of the most significant issues is the automatic transmission failure, which has been reported by many owners.
Another common problem with the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander is erratic blower motor operation due to a failed resistor and/or fan motor. This issue can cause the blower motor to operate intermittently or at the wrong speed, making it difficult to control the cabin temperature.
In addition to these mechanical issues, the 2016 Outlander also has problems with its body paint. The paint is prone to chipping and scratches, indicating a poor paint job. This issue can be particularly frustrating for owners who want to maintain the appearance of their vehicle.
The 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander also shares some of the problems found in earlier models, such as faulty safety equipment. Some owners have reported issues with the airbag system, where the airbags fail to deploy following an accident, and the seatbelts, which may not tighten during an accident or fail to retract.
These problems have contributed to the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander being one of the worst model years to avoid due to its high number of complaints and recalls. As with any vehicle, it's essential to do thorough research and consider the specific needs and preferences of the buyer before making a purchase decision.
What is the common problem of Mitsubishi Outlander?
Some of the top Mitsubishi Outlander problems include premature brake wear, automatic transmission failure, and a failed blower motor.
How many miles will a 2016 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.
Are Mitsubishi Outlander a 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.”
Do Mitsubishi Outlanders have transmission problems?
“Some of the Mitsubishi Outlander cvt transmission problems are hard shifts and jerks. The transmission fluid needs to be replaced every 30,000 to 60,000 miles. Along with fluid changes, terrible sounds will come from the transmission….
2016 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:
- Power train problems
- Engine problems
- Service brakes problems
- Electrical system problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander
The NHTSA has received 157 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicles.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-28
- VIN: JA4AR4AW9GZ
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: The parking brake is sticking when the vehicle is in motion, and it fails to keep the vehicle stationary when engaged. The car cannot operate correctly with the emergency brake engaged. Also it’s not safe since the car cannot be secured. There is an open recall for this issue however my VIN isn’t included but the issue is the same. This has been occurring for a few months, we just were able to figure out the issue last night and then I found the recall.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-01
- VIN: JA4AR3AUXGZ
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: Unknown. The transmission service light comes on and the vehicle drags until you turn the car off and restart it. I noticed online there's a CVT transmission recall and was wondering if this is what is happening to my vehicle.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-28
- VIN: JA4AR4AW9GZ
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: The parking brake is sticking when the vehicle is in motion, and it may fails to keep the vehicle stationary when engaged. It has been occurring for a few months. There is a current recall for this issue but my VIN is not included even though it’s the same issue.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-15
- VIN: JA4AZ3A33GZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I was driving home from work when the car started to violently shudder. I took my foot off the accelerator and it stopped, only to happen again when I resumed pressing the gas. This also causes the car to suddenly slow down somewhat dramatically. The tachometer also "bounces". I purchased this vehicle used and drove it for 6 or 7 months with no issues before this happened. I took I to a local mechanic who immediately identified it as the transmission. A check engine light came on and intermittently goes out and back on. This happened after the shuddering started. The problem is easily repeated just by simply driving the car. It has not been inspected by anyone other than the mechanic I took it to.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-01
- VIN: JA4AD2A31GZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Delay in the accelerating pedal and hesitation, transmission will chande gear abnormal.Ac went out at same time.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-12
- VIN: JA4AZ3A30GZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Transmission control module Shifting goes into limp mode and doesn't allow acceleration until the car is turned off and back on There are other years of my vehicle where this is an active recall. The transmission service required light comes on Codes are as follows PO776 C1560 U0114 U0100
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-02
- VIN: JA4AD3A36GZ
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: Complete loss of headlights while driving at night. Having to replace headlights monthly. Heater fuse keeps blowing.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-01
- VIN: JA4AR3AU1GZ
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: My windshield wipers have malfunctioned. They will work for a second than malfunction again. This is creating hazardous conditions that will cause an accident when it is raining.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-06
- VIN: JA4AP3AU5GZ
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact depressed the accelerator pedal, and the vehicle failed to respond as intended. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed catalytic converter. The contact was informed that the catalytic converter needed to be replaced. The contact was also informed that the current catalytic converter was not the correct part for the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 51,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-06
- VIN: JA4AD3A31GZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: While traveling on the highway, as I accelerated, my vehicle began to shutter as if it was about to stall. Then the D on the display panel began flashing and a message concerning the transmission was displayed. As I increased my speed the more the car shuttered. I researched and found that this has been an issue with this make and model of this vehicle. After calling a Mitsubishi dealership, I was informed that my vehicle has had this problem fixed. They require a couple hundred dollars to look at it but it sounds like they have already made up their mind that it is not under recall.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-19
- VIN: JA4AZ3A33GZ
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: On the outlanders speed control sensor on the back hubs the lil ears that hold the sensor in place have broken off both sides of my car there's is no way to replace them makeing my car shift different drive funny and it's just about made me wreck a few times and cause when they pop out the car downshift and the engine reves at 9000 rpm and now I have a tick in my engine but i have had to try and glueing the sensors back into place this is a big problem with the outlander I have plus the roads in WV are not the greast potholes are everywhere and when you hit one they pop out of place very ease
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-10
- VIN: JA4AZ3A33GZ
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: On 10/10/23, my boyfriend was driving the listed vehicle home. He had it in cruise control, note vehicle does not have adaptive cruise. Suddenly the vehicle started speeding up and redlining the RPM'S, he tried pressing the brakes and it did nothing. He finally was able to put it in neutral and get it to stop. Upon stopping. He tried shutting the vehicle off with the push button, but it would not shut off at first. Finally after several attempts he got it to shut off but noticed the vehicle trying to run other systems on its own while it's supposedly off.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-11
- VIN: JA4AR3AU0GZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the vehicle hesitated upon depressing the accelerator pedal, and the engine revved. The transmission warning light illuminated and the message "Transmission Hot" was displayed. The contact continued driving, and the message "Transmission Fluid Low" was displayed. The contact pulled to the side of the road and allowed the vehicle to cool down. The contact then checked the transmission fluid level and noticed that there was enough transmission fluid in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer, where the failure was confirmed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V563000 (Power Train) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 67,700.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-01
- VIN: JA4AR3AU9GZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I am having a problem with accelerating while driving. Car starts to jerk or stutter while driving.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-20
- VIN: JA4AD2A31GZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the transmission started slipping. The contact stated the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to park on the side of the road. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact retrieved a pressure code fault. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was provided with the same pressure code failure code. The vehicle was not repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V563000 (Power Train) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 93,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-16
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JA4AP3AU6GZ
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: I have had multiple issues with this SUV. The main issue I am writing this for is because the car was hit stopped at a red light by another car going over 40 mph. The car rolled back then slammed into my car again going just as fast. The airbags did not deploy and the seatbelts did not lock. The impact actually broke the seats the passenger and I were sitting in. There were extensive injuries that happened because of this. The SUV was deemed a total loss because of the extensive damage done to the car. There were no warning messages, no recalls, etc. The SUV was inspected by a mechanic and insurance company and both said that the airbags should have gone off and the seatbelts should have locked based on the amount of damage to the SUV. I also took this SUV into the Mitsubishi dealership for all services/maintenance and nothing ever came up about any issues.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-13
- VIN: JA4AZ3A35GZ
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that while driving at low speeds and merging off the highway and entering the cloverleaf, the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to respond. The contact was able to coast off the roadway. There were no warning lights illuminated. There was an abnormal rumbling sound heard. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The tow truck mechanic informed the contact that the screws to the calipers were missing. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that unknown repairs were completed in 2018; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-12-12
- VIN: JA4AD3A35GZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated after parking the vehicle, the vehicle would not turn off and several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact disconnected the battery, and the vehicle was turned off. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and the battery was replaced, but the failure reoccurred. On another occasion when the contact shifted the vehicle into drive, the computer failed to recognize that the vehicle had shift. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, but the contact was unsure what was repaired, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the transmission had a leak. The mechanic sealed the leak, but the failure persisted. The mechanic stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted and stated they were aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 120,000.
POWER TRAIN,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-02
- VIN: JA4AD3A38GZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: This vehicle is dangerous and going to kill someone. I owned it 4 months and had to have it taken to 3 different dealerships 7 times in 6 weeks because it would die without warning while driving. It left me stranded in 2 different states and I was told every time nothing could be found as to why this would happen. However, there were several codes that came up that lead me and my mechanic to believe the transmission was failing. The dealerships did not want to fix it under my warranty so they told me nothing was wrong. I believe they also did this so that when I inevitably got them to take it back, they would have no paper trail of horrific problems to have to disclose when reselling it. I had to fight to get a new car and I was told this car would be sold wholesale and the issues would be disclosed. They were not. The dealer who bought it had no idea. Upon reaching out to them, they have made the decision to return it to the wholesale company they got it from. If nothing can be done from the NHTSA side, I will continue to track the vin and tell everyone what has occurred until that car is disposed of. Please, I implore you to get ahold of this car and scrap it completely. Someone will die if this car continues being sold as nothing was fixed and nothing was disclosed about the issues with it. Get this car off the streets. It is not safe to drive.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-23
- VIN: JA4AP3AW1GZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The transmission is not working properly. It has a hesitation and causes car to lunge forward.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-29
- VIN: JA4AZ3A3XGZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: My wife and I were at the beach when the truck started jerking really bad. I knew from the motion that transmission was locking up. We stayed 2 nights until we tried to make it home and it would slip in and out of gear. Transmission Maintenance light came on and once we made a complete stop. It acted as it didn’t want to move then would take off like a rocket. I’ve seen several models have recall on this issue but not my VIN which I find very strange.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-24
- VIN: JA4AZ3A39GZ
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I was driving down the highway with my son in the car and it started jerking and the reving up to high rpms. I decided to get off the highway where my car would not go over 40mphs and still reving. Took to a family mechanic who said to take it to the dealership for transmission problems.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-20
- VIN: JA4AD3A38GZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I think the problem it’s on the transmission as the car is presenting hesitation and shuddering when accelerating, also it’s presenting rev fluctuations when driving at a constant speed, fortunately my safety and the safety of others is good until now. Yes the problem has being confirmed, no the vehicle has not being inspected by by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives, there wasn’t any indication or warnings prior to the failure.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-14
- VIN: JA4AP3AU8GZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated while accelerating at various speeds, the vehicle failed to shift into the intended gear. The contact then stated that the vehicle hesitated and stalled. The check engine and the transmission warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V563000 (Power Train). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-08
- VIN: JA4AD2A34GZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I bought the vehicle in November 2022 with 88000 Miles. I started to feel a noise that seemed to be the transmission about 4 days later, a tap when doing the 2nd gear and then it felt irregular the following gears. Stopping and going felt like he was forcing himself to make 2nd gear. Due to this problem, it takes a long time to cross an intersection which could cause an accident. I took it to a mechanical workshop where they put the scanner on it and it showed several errors, when the Mechanic tested the vehicle it was when the Engine indicator light came on,
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 6 recalls for different components of the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander.
- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Components: PARKING BRAKE
- Summary: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles. The rust prevention coating on the rear brake operating shafts could have been peeled off during the assembly process. As a result, water entering the rear brake caliper boot may cause the parking brake operating shafts to corrode and possibly bind.
- Consequence: If the parking brake operating shafts bind, the parking brakes may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brakes do not engage properly, the vehicle could rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake caliper assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 4, 2021. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-005.
- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Components: SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
- Summary: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Outlander and 2018-2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The second-row center seat belt buckle may interfere with the right-side seat belt buckle when the seat backs are folded down. The interference may cause the right-side seat belt buckle cover to come off, making the buckle latch inoperable and unable to restrain an occupant.
- Consequence: An unrestrained occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will modify the second-row center seat belt buckle cover, install a new warning label to the second-row seat support base, and provide a new warning label insert for the owner's manual, free of charge. The recall began September 1, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-20-004.
- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Components: PARKING BRAKE
- Summary: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Outlander and 2013-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter the rear brake calipers causing the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and possibly bind.
- Consequence: If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake calipers and replace the parking brake boot and lever or the brake caliper body, as necessary. Dealers will also replace the piston assembly of the rear brake caliper. These repairs will be performed 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-18-002.
- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY
- Summary: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.
- Consequence: If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.
- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Summary: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles. The inside door latch mechanisms may not latch securely in high temperatures, allowing the doors to open while vehicle is in motion.
- Consequence: If a door opens while the vehicle is being driven, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door latches, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-002.
- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
- Summary: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles and 2016 Outlander and Lancer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) that, in certain driving conditions, may cause a delay in the vehicle accelerating.
- Consequence: A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: MMNA has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the CVT control unit with modified software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-006.
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I'm so glad to hear that you're happy with your purchase! It sounds like you've got a great vehicle that feels luxurious without the high price tag. Plus, with a better warranty than a Lexus, you can enjoy your new ride with peace of mind.
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I hope you're doing well! I wanted to share my experience with the MITSU Outlander. I recently purchased one and I must say, it's been a great car so far! The GT model in particular has really stood out to me, and it has some amazing technology that I haven't seen in other cars like the Toyota Highlander or Honda CRV. Another great feature is the Rockford Fosgate sound system which sounds amazing! Overall, I'm really happy with my purchase and would highly recommend the MITSU Outlander to anyone in the market for a new car.
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I recently posted the following review on another site: This review is subject to revision as time passes, of course, especially since I only took possession in October of 2016 and only have a little over 2,100 miles on the odometer. I looked at a lot of similar vehicles before making the purchase, read a ton of reviews, and took a couple of test drives as well before I plunked down the dough for the GT version (no extra add-ons, but I'll get into that later). This Mitsu provides very good ground clearance and real 4wd for those occasions when my business travel takes me off the pavement. So far, I've only needed the 4wd once, and it extricated me from a severe mud-hole where awd would have had difficulty. Visibility from the driver's seat is excellent in all directions. At first, I thought the seats were somewhat uncomfortable, but now I don't. The dash controls are configured effectively, but I'm still finding new features. The radio sounds really good, but I'm not sure if I am benefiting from nine speakers. I do worry about the big woofer in the back hatch area getting damaged, and I may try to figure out some sort of grill guard to employ. I appreciate that I have the option of both key and keyless operation, for both starting the vehicle and opening the doors. There's a lot of room inside this vehicle, especially when the rear seats are down (easily done). Several rear-seat passengers have said they are quite comfortable and like the options of both reclining and seat travel (although the seats don't really move that much). This is not a heavy vehicle, so all the road cracks and bumps aren't soaked up by the suspension and soundproofing, but all-in-all it's a pleasant drive. As for the driving experience, let me just say it's enjoyable. The little V6 hums along nicely and quietly and propels the vehicle as fast as I need it to. The handling is crisp, and the vehicle holds the road well.I'm not the type to worry about 0-60 acceleration, but the Outlander has no problem merging into traffic on expressways and interstates, making me feel safe. So far, I've averaged 29 mpg during some long hauls, and 25 mpg during mixed local use. Although the owner's manual recommends premium fuel, I've only put regular in the tank. One thing I'm having trouble adjusting to are the LED lights; I just don't like the curtain effect that is projected into the darkness. However, the Outlander provides the driver with the ability to easily adjust the beam angle, which has helped a little. Of course, the whole world is lit up when the high beams are on. As already mentioned, this vehicle comes well-equipped, and in some ways with more features than I really needed or wanted. Nonetheless, I did add an OEM bug/stone deflector (that actually works), and also a set of OEM mud guards (that don't do a very effective job at minimizing wheel spray onto the body). I will also be adding some 3M protective film on the tailgate ledge as well as on the door sills and door edges to help minimize scrapes and chips. Mitsubishi should have included these four items as standard. When comparing my needs and wants, many of the vehicles I examined fell short. Several had deceptive ground clearance specs, and some vehicles had protruding air dams, front bumpers, or exhaust components just waiting to get snagged and torn-off. Other vehicles claimed good ground clearance, but didn't truthfully say whether it was This Outlander replaced an amazing Isuzu Trooper that gave me 260,000 miles of reliable service. If Isuzu was still selling a Trooper-type vehicle in the USA, I would probably be driving a new one. I'm really enjoying this new vehicle and becoming more comfortable with it as the miles roll along. I believe, like the Trooper, it will provide me with good value. Maybe another update down the road??
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Of course, everyone loves their new car and we are no exception. During our three-month stay in Australia, we drove two Outlanders for just over 10,000 KM (about 6,300 miles). This SUV is the perfect size for us, with seven passenger three rows, making it larger than the smallest SUVs but not as bulky as the biggest ones. The third row seat is not the biggest, but it offers about a foot and a half more room between the second row and the hatch, which was very useful during our extended road trip with lots of luggage and gear. We rented the ES/SE (rental hybrid of trim levels) with the 2.4 CVT in Australia, and bought the SE S-AWC a month ago here in DFW. I had the same experience as other private reviewers. The Outlander has plenty of power for passing, easily goes from 55 to 70 uphill in the mountains with a full load of gear, and tachs at 2,300 when cruising at 70. It has a very smooth stable ride, a good driving position with comfortable seats, feels confident when cornering, and brakes well. The interior is remarkably quiet. One of the features that sets the Outlander apart from other small SUVs is the ability to disengage the AWD system altogether, using just the FWD and saving a penny on gas. We test drove most of the manufacturers, and could feel the difference between the AWD and the FWD. The Outlander’s AWD was not noticeable whether engaged or not. We spent a lot of time and miles in the Outlander ES/SE in Australia, and found it (and Australia) altogether agreeable. We test drove the GT (V6) and the Sport (shorter wheelbase). The GT and the Sport have firmer rides for different reasons. The seven passenger ES S-AWC 2.4 CVT is the way for us to go. It’s an all-day driver, and carries our full load of gear without breaking a sweat. We still love the ride and drive, even after all this time. The car's gas mileage varied depending on the driving conditions. On a trip from Amarillo to Tucumcari, driving west on I-40 at 70 mph into a strong headwind, the car got 21 mpg. However, on a trip from El Paso to Midland/Odessa, driving east on I-20 through the oil patch with a speed limit of 80 mph, the car achieved 33 mpg. It's possible that a tailwind helped improve the mileage on this trip.
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I currently own a 2014 Rogue and 2013 BMW X3 Msport. In my experience, this SUV beats both vehicles in terms of ride quality. Even though it has a CVT, it doesn't hesitate when acceleration is needed, and the engine doesn't rev as much as compared to the Rogue. In my opinion, the CRV and RAV4 are overrated and don't match up to this vehicle. I believe that Mitsubishi's bad reputation over the past 10 years is the only reason why consumers don't consider them when shopping for a car. However, I can honestly admit that they have come a long way to improve it. I am grateful that I went to a Mitsubishi dealer just to see what they had, and I was pleasantly surprised. If you are shopping for a vehicle that fits your budget and has the basic perks, especially ride comfort and style, then I highly recommend checking out this vehicle. I'm not kidding when I say that the exterior style is not ugly at all. In fact, I think it looks better than a CRV or RAV4, and it looks bigger too! If you look at it sideways, it's similar to a BMW X5, although they could have done better in the vehicle's front fascia. Overall, I am very pleased to own a 2016 SEL.
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Lon Schneider 2024-10-17
The third seat can be a bit challenging for children of any age to access. The seat belts are difficult for 5-year-olds to fasten by themselves and can be hard to reach from outside the car. Unfortunately, there are no charging ports in the back and only one cup holder on one side. The 7th seat belt is not very practical. Additionally, the paint quality is not up to par, as it has already chipped all over the hood within just 2 weeks of purchasing the car. Despite these issues, the car still runs very well. However, it would be great if there were air vents in the back, which should be a standard feature. It's worth noting that some plastic pieces have broken or gone missing, but this is likely due to the car being used by 2 adults and their grandchildren every other weekend. After 1 year of ownership, the paint on the car looks like it has been owned for 5 years or more, which is disappointing. It would be great if the dealer (Firkins in Bradenton, FL) could show more interest in resolving this issue. Overall, while this car may not be perfect, it still has some great features and is worth considering. The vehicle is still running very well mechanically. However, the paint, especially on the hood, looks terrible. I have noticed that other cars of the same model do not have this issue. Additionally, the backseat is not spacious enough for my grandkids, who are 3, 5, 8, and 11 years old. The car seat for the 3-year-old cannot fit in the backseat, and it is difficult to fit three children on the middle seat with the car seat. Unfortunately, some plastic pieces in the interior kept falling off, and I have lost some of them. Despite these issues, I appreciate the dealer's follow-up, but I will not be purchasing another car from Firkin's in Bradenton. Thank you for your understanding.
Donald Koelpin 2024-07-06
I bought this car when it had only 4 miles on it. After my first oil change, I noticed some small specs on the hood which gradually increased in size. During my next oil change, I mentioned it to the service team who took pictures and sent them to corporate since the dealer cannot make warranty decisions on leather and paint. The regional director of service inspected my vehicle and took more pictures which were also sent to corporate. Unfortunately, I was informed that these were stones and not covered under warranty. Although I am not an expert in car engineering, repair or sales, I believe that if something hit my car hard enough to chip the paint to the gray primer, there would probably be a dent, which there is not. As the chips are increasing in numbers and size, I am worried that my entire hood will turn gray before the loan is even paid off. Therefore, I advise potential buyers to be cautious and search for 'Mitsubishi paint chips' or 'problems' on Google.
Ariel Heathcote 2024-07-05
The 2016 Outlander, which is less than 3 months old, has experienced peeling and chipping on the front exterior. Despite the fact that the car is driven on the same roads as my other two cars, which have not experienced any chipping or peeling, the warranty company has stated that this issue is not covered due to it being caused by pebbles. Additionally, there is a crooked crease across the inside roof where the sun roof is located, which was noticed one month after purchase. However, the warranty company has deemed this to be a user issue.
Judd Reinger 2024-01-07
Hey there! I wanted to share my experience with my 2016 AWD Outlander. My son and I both got one and it's been a unique addition to the Outback world. The rear cargo space is great and I highly recommend getting the roof racks. The highway mileage is also impressive at 30+. The driver-controlled ECO and AWD options are a nice touch. The only issue we've had is with the paint application on the hood and pillars of both of our cars. It seems to be a common problem, so I suggest doing some research before making a purchase. Despite owning Porsches, Lexus, Jags, Saabs, Volvos, and American cars, I've never had this much trouble with paint chipping. Unfortunately, the regional Mitsu representative was not helpful in addressing the issue. If you're considering buying an Outlander, I recommend asking the dealer to include coverage for any paint issues in your purchase agreement and installing a bra or windscreen. It's frustrating to have to deal with this on two new cars that we've taken great care of. Thanks for listening!