2009 Mitsubishi Outlander Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
58/100
#9 most-complained of 20 Outlander years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander has 46 owner complaints and 13 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 58 out of 100 — #9 highest of 20 Outlander model years (verdict: Caution). The most reported problem area is suspension, wheels & tires (9 complaints, 20% of the total). Complaints report 5 crashes and 3 injuries.
- Complaints
- 46
- Recalls
- 13
- Crashes / fires
- 5 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 3 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 21
- 18.5 city / 24.5 hwy
Top 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires9 (20%)
- Electrical System8 (17%)
- Engine8 (17%)
- Visibility & Wipers6 (13%)
- Other5 (11%)
- Transmission & Powertrain5 (11%)
- Brakes4 (9%)
- Airbags3 (7%)
- Seat Belts3 (7%)
- Steering3 (7%)
2009 Mitsubishi Outlander recalls
13 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 20V279000May 18, 2020Structure & Body141,200 vehicles
Structure:frame and members
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Lancer, 2009-2010 Lancer Sportback, 2008-2013 Outlander, and 2011-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.
Risk: A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. Depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-003.
- 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 18V069000Jan 26, 2018Engine141,053 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Lancer, 2008-2012 Outlander, 2010-2012 Lancer Sportback, and 2011-2012 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with either a 4B11 or 4B12 engine. The drive belt automatic tensioner flange may crack, allowing the accessory drive belt to detach.
Risk: If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the belt tensioner with one that has an improved shape, 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-18-001.
2009 Mitsubishi Outlander fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18.5 MPG
- Highway
- 24.5 MPG
- Combined
- 21 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,100
- 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.
2009 compared with other Outlander years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander a reliable year?
- Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander ranks #9 of 20 among Outlander model years (Complaint Index 58/100, verdict: Caution). It has 46 complaints and 13 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
- What are the most common problems with the 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander?
- The most reported problem areas are suspension, wheels & tires (9 complaints), electrical system (8 complaints), and engine (8 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 92,500 miles.
- Does the 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander have any recalls?
- Yes — NHTSA lists 13 recall campaigns for the 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander, most recently reported 2020, covering structure & body, visibility & wipers, engine, and suspension, wheels & tires.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander?
- EPA rates the 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander at 21 MPG combined (18.5 city / 24.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,100. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.