repaired · 2018 Q2
Control arm: lower arm
Risk. A detached front control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2004 Mitsubishi OutlanderProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 52 owner complaints about the 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander, most often about the suspension. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-458 the manufacturer reports only 17% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 25, 2022. Updated daily. Photo: MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander has problems
52 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
20Suspension
8Structure2 crash/fire/injury
7Air bags7 crash/fire/injury
6Exterior lighting
6Engine and engine cooling
5Steering1 crash/fire/injury
3Power train
2Visibility
2Electrical system
138 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 20 | 0 |
| Structure | 8 | 2 |
| Air bags | 7 | 7 |
| Exterior lighting | 6 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 6 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 1 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| 8 other systems | 13 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2004 Mitsubishi Outlander recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
no report yet
Other: labels
Risk. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
no report yet
Trailer hitches
Risk. OVERHEATING OF THE TRAILER HITCH WIRING HARNESS MODULE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
no report yet
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer
Risk. IF THIS OCCURS DURING SEVERE WEATHER AND DURING VEHICLE'S HIGH-SPEED OPERATION, THE DRIVER VISIBILITY WOULD BE REDUCED, WHICH COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mitsubishi.
Best & worst years
2004 vs. every other Outlander year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Outlander median. How we score
'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2004 Mitsubishi Outlander safety ratings
2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 4-DR. in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Frontal crashNot rated
Side barrierNot rated
- Stability control: No
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Outlander owners report
Recent suspension complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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 driver’s side front wheel was pointing outwards. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V458000 (Suspension) however,…
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…
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.
Own a 2004 Outlander?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.