2007 Mitsubishi Outlander Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
68/100
#7 most-complained of 20 Outlander years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has a Complaint Index of 68 and ranks 7th worst of 20 model years, earning a Caution verdict. Owners report suspension and frame problems most often (48% of complaints), plus 9 recall campaigns covering wipers, electrical, steering and suspension issues.
- Complaints
- 125
- Recalls
- 9
- Crashes / fires
- 6 / 2
- Injuries / deaths
- 3 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 19.5
- 17 city / 24 hwy
Top 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires60 (48%)
- Electrical System22 (18%)
- Visibility & Wipers20 (16%)
- Structure & Body17 (14%)
- Steering11 (9%)
- Airbags8 (6%)
- Brakes8 (6%)
- Transmission & Powertrain8 (6%)
- Other7 (6%)
- Seat Belts5 (4%)
What owners report
- Front subframes and control arms corrode and rot, in some cases separating while driving at low speed.
- A-arms have detached from the front suspension, causing sudden loss of control and steering wheel impact.
- Loud clunking or knocking noises occur when making sharp turns, sometimes tied to suspension wear.
- Anti-lock brake systems have reportedly failed to stop the vehicle in time, leading to collisions and, in a couple of cases, post-crash fires.
- Airbags failed to deploy in frontal crashes at low mileage, leaving occupants unrestrained.
- Structural rust and wind noise around the body have been noted by owners and confirmed by technicians.
2007 Mitsubishi Outlander recalls
9 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 18V071000Jan 26, 2018Visibility & Wipers56,641 vehicles
Visibility:sun/moon roof assembly
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2007-2010 Outlander, 2008-2010 Lancer, 2009-2010 Lancer Evolution, and 2010 Lancer Sportback vehicles equipped with sunroofs. The sunroof glass may detach from the sunroof assembly, becoming a road hazard to other vehicles.
Risk: If the sunroof glass detaches from the assembly while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sunroof glass assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-003.
- NHTSA 17V461000Jul 20, 2017Visibility & Wipers100,082 vehicles
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles. In the affected vehicles, water may drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole. The water may cause internal corrosion of the windshield wiper motor and the possible failure of the motor.
Risk: Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-003.
- NHTSA 16V791000Oct 31, 2016Visibility & Wipers100,082 vehicles
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:linkages
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles manufactured September 8, 2006, to March 29, 2013. In the affected vehicles, water may enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the wiper link separating and the wipers becoming inoperative.
Risk: Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rubber boot on the ball joint to prevent water intrusion. Additionally, they will inspect the wiper motor crank arm for excessive play, replacing it as necessary. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-009.
2007 Mitsubishi Outlander fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 17 MPG
- Highway
- 24 MPG
- Combined
- 19.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,325
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2007 compared with other Outlander years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?
- Compared with other Outlander model years, 2007 rates Caution, with a Complaint Index of 68 and rank 7 of 20 — worse than most other years but not the worst in the lineup.
- What are the most common complaints on the 2007 Outlander?
- Suspension, wheels and tires issues dominate, making up 48% of complaints, with a median failure mileage of 120,500 miles. Electrical system and visibility/wiper complaints follow.
- Does the 2007 Outlander have recalls?
- NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for the 2007 Outlander, covering sunroof glass, wiper motor water intrusion, front cross member corrosion, brake light switches, transfer case assemblies, and power steering tubes.
- Which Outlander years should I avoid instead of 2007?
- NHTSA data shows 2016, 2020, 2022, 2023, and 2024 all carry Avoid verdicts with higher Complaint Indexes than the 2007 model's 68.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2007 Outlander?
- EPA rates it at 19.5 mpg combined (17 city / 24 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,325.