MYRModel Year Report

2005 Mitsubishi Outlander

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2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:32:58.314Z

Only 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mitsubishi Outlander Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 2003: 116 complaints 2003 2004: 52 complaints 2005: 18 complaints 2005 2006: 21 complaints 2006 2007: 125 complaints 2008: 58 complaints 2009: 46 complaints 2009 2010: 60 complaints 2011: 58 complaints 2012: 22 complaints 2012 2013: 26 complaints 2014: 45 complaints 2015: 52 complaints 2015 2016: 141 complaints 2017: 51 complaints 2018: 55 complaints 2018 2019: 29 complaints 2020: 29 complaints 2022: 208 complaints 2022 2023: 40 complaints 2024: 22 complaints 2025: 13 complaints 2025 2026: 2 complaints 2026
2005: 18 complaints
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YearComplaints
2003116
200452
200518
200621
2007125
200858
200946
201060
201158
201222
201326
201445
201552
2016141
201751
201855
201929
202029
2022208
202340
202422
202513
20262

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 18 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

6 of 18 total reports mention: suspension.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

MY CAR IS PART OF A SAFETY RECALL DUE TO CORROSION OF THE CROSS MEMBERS OF MY VEHICLE. PRIOR TO THE RECALL MY VEHICLE FAILED DUE TO THE CROSS MEMBERS FAILING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170128

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2005 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL AND CRASHED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20161214

WHILE DRIVING ALONG A PAVED RURAL ROAD IN A MODERATE LEFT TURN AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH THE LOWER LEFT REAR CONTROL ARM DETACHED FROM THE REAR CROSS MEMBER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180704

POWER TRAIN

3 of 18 total reports mention: power train.

STRUCTURE

2 of 18 total reports mention: structure.

Show complaint excerpts

THE VEHICLE IS A MITSTUBISHI OUTLANDER LTD, 2005. THERE IS AN APPARENT LACK OF OR FAILURE OF THE BODY WELDS IN THE DRIVER-SIDE PILLAR. DEALERSHIP INDICATES THERE MAY BE OTHER VEHICLES WITH THIS PROBLEM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060106

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 18 total reports mention: electrical system.

VISIBILITY

1 of 18 total reports mentions: visibility.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20160914 — suspension

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members.

Campaign 16V458000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Mitsubishi Outlander — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 16V458000 (suspension) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2023 ● 2014 ● 2009

WORST YEARS

■ 2022 ■ 2016 ■ 2007

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FAQ

Is the 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.