CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 58 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (10 reports).
2008 Mitsubishi Outlander recalls
Front Control Arms Can Detach From Road Salt Rust
Road salt and salt water can corrode the front cross member, the structural piece that holds the front lower control arms.
Belt Tensioner May Crack, Causing Engine Stall
The drive belt automatic tensioner flange on certain vehicles with a 4B11 or 4B12 engine may crack.
Sunroof Glass Can Detach While Driving, Creating Crash Risk
Certain Mitsubishi Outlander, Lancer, and Lancer Evolution vehicles from model years 2007 to 2010 are equipped with sunroofs whose glass may detach from the sunroof assembly while the vehicle is being driven.
Water Leak Can Corrode Wiper Motor and Cause Loss of Visibility
Water can drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the windshield wiper motor's breathing hole.
Water Can Corrode Wiper Linkage, Causing Wipers to Fail
Water can get in between the hood and the windshield and corrode the front wiper link ball joint.
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 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander problems
Problem areas named in the 58 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 10 |
| Power Train | 9 |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 7 |
| Structure | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 5 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
What owners report
My abs light and traction light on
Rusted suspension crossbody unsafe to drive. The brakes and calibers seem to always seize as well making this vehicle a death trap no matter how many times I get it fixed.
The contact owns a 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated while driving 30 mph, she heard an abnormal coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to her residence. The contact took the vehicle to independent mechanic and was informed that the rear driverâs side sub-frame cross member was corroded. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 138,000.
MITSUBISHI HAS A LIMITED RECALL FOR RUSTED CROSSMEMBERS ON 2008+ OUTLANDER SPORTS FROM CERTAIN STATES THAT USED SALT TO TREAT SNOW. MY DAUGHTER'S 2008 OUTLANDER HAS ALWAYS BEEN REGISTERED IN SATELLITE BEACH, FL, A VERY SALTY ATMOSPHERE. THE FRONT WHEELS WOBBLE ON ACCELERATION AND RAPID DECELERATION BECAUSE THE CROSSMEMBER IS SEVERELY RUSTED - CAUSED BY THE BEACHSIDE SALTY LOCATION. IT'S UNSAFE TO DRIVE AS THE SUSPENSION COMPONENTS MAY BREAK LOOSE AT ANY TIME. THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NO. 20V280000 SHOULD INCLUDE SALTY, BEACHSIDE LOCATIONS LIKE SATELLITE BEACH. IT IS OBVIOUSLY A SAFETY ISSUE VERY SIMILAR TO WHAT NHTSA ALREADY ACTED ON.
THE CAR IS A MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER E.S 2008 WITH 42000 MILES ON IT ,AND THE TRANSMISSION IS NOT SHIFTING. I CONTACTED MITSUBISHI MOTORS BUT SINCE 10 YEARS PASSED NOTHING COULD BE DONE.I HAD BEEN SURFING INTERNET AND THERE ARE TOO MANY ISSUES RELATED TO THIS TYPE VEHICLES.
2008 Mitsubishi Outlander questions
Does the 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander: Front Control Arms Can Detach From Road Salt Rust; Belt Tensioner May Crack, Causing Engine Stall; Sunroof Glass Can Detach While Driving, Creating Crash Risk; Water Leak Can Corrode Wiper Motor and Cause Loss of Visibility; Water Can Corrode Wiper Linkage, Causing Wipers to Fail. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Based on 58 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (10), Power Train (9), Exterior Lighting (8).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 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.