CarRecallWatchThe 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 60 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (12 reports).
2010 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.
Lights and wipers may fail intermittently, reducing visibility
An electronic control unit (ECU) that controls the headlights, tail lights, and windshield wipers may have unstable voltage because of a manufacturing error.
Blower Motor May Fail, Reducing Windshield Defrosting
The blower motor in certain Mitsubishi vehicles may fail.
Most common 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander problems
Problem areas named in the 60 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 12 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 7 |
| Unknown Or Other | 7 |
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Air Bags | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 5 |
| Suspension | 4 |
| Wheels | 3 |
What owners report
Moon roof detached while driving on the highway
Dealer wants to replace rear lower control arms due to corrosion and the car control arms were never addressed when I took it into the dealer for recall 16V458. The dealer was supposed to add a anti corrosion spray to the control arms in the front and back. The corrosion is very bad with these parts on my car and I am very concerned about safety.
The contact owns a 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that after turning the front windshield wipers off, the driverâs side and passengerâs side windshield wipers remained in the upright position. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V791000 (Visibility). The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
High Point Mitsubishi in High Point NC preformed the recall in regards to rust forming on the underside crossmember of this vehicle. Less than 3 years later this vehicle is immovable because of the exact same reason as the original recall. The technician obviously overlooked areas of which to spray the rust preventative in which caused the structural integrity to completely fail at the front mounting location of the driver side control arm onto the crossmember. This vehicle is not safe to drive any longer because of Mitsubishi's lack of thoroughness in performing and evaluating the situation and the condition of said crossmember. High Point Mitsubishi now insists that the issue was resolved
The cross member is rusted through with holes in it. Dangerous to drive.
2010 Mitsubishi Outlander questions
Does the 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2010 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 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Based on 60 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (12), Engine And Engine Cooling (7), Unknown Or Other (7).
How do I check if a recall on my 2010 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.