CarRecallWatchThe 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 52 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (20 reports).
2004 Mitsubishi Outlander recalls
Front Control Arm Can Detach, Risking Loss of Control
Certain Mitsubishi vehicles sold in or ever registered in a number of Northeastern, Mid-Atlantic and Midwestern states may have a front cross member that corrodes from salt water exposure, such as road salt.
Most common 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander problems
Problem areas named in the 52 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 20 |
| Structure | 8 |
| Air Bags | 7 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 |
| Steering | 5 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Visibility | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
What owners report
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 driverâs 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 MIL
2004 Mitsubishi Outlander questions
Does the 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander: Front Control Arm Can Detach, Risking Loss of Control; Equipment:Other:Labels; Trailer Hitches; Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Based on 52 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (20), Structure (8), Air Bags (7).
How do I check if a recall on my 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.