2010 Mitsubishi Outlander

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2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:47:47.898Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

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.

Complaints
60
Recalls
10

Campaigns on file for 2010

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Engine

20% of complaints

Complaints per year

2003: 116 complaints 2003 2004: 52 complaints 2005: 19 complaints 2006: 21 complaints 2006 2007: 125 complaints 2008: 58 complaints 2009: 46 complaints 2010: 60 complaints 2010 60 2011: 58 complaints 2012: 22 complaints 2013: 26 complaints 2014: 45 complaints 2015: 53 complaints 2015 2016: 144 complaints 2017: 51 complaints 2018: 57 complaints 2018 2019: 29 complaints 2020: 31 complaints 2022: 217 complaints 2022 2023: 48 complaints 2024: 26 complaints 2025: 15 complaints 2025 2026: 3 complaints
2003: 116 complaints 2003 2004: 52 complaints 2005: 19 complaints 2005 2006: 21 complaints 2007: 125 complaints 2007 2008: 58 complaints 2009: 46 complaints 2010: 60 complaints 2010 60 2011: 58 complaints 2012: 22 complaints 2013: 26 complaints 2013 2014: 45 complaints 2015: 53 complaints 2015 2016: 144 complaints 2017: 51 complaints 2017 2018: 57 complaints 2019: 29 complaints 2019 2020: 31 complaints 2022: 217 complaints 2022 2023: 48 complaints 2024: 26 complaints 2024 2025: 15 complaints 2026: 3 complaints 2026
2003: 116 complaints 2003 2004: 52 complaints 2004 2005: 19 complaints 2005 2006: 21 complaints 2006 2007: 125 complaints 2007 2008: 58 complaints 2008 2009: 46 complaints 2009 2010: 60 complaints 2010 60 2011: 58 complaints 2011 2012: 22 complaints 2012 2013: 26 complaints 2013 2014: 45 complaints 2014 2015: 53 complaints 2015 2016: 144 complaints 2016 2017: 51 complaints 2017 2018: 57 complaints 2018 2019: 29 complaints 2019 2020: 31 complaints 2020 2022: 217 complaints 2022 2023: 48 complaints 2023 2024: 26 complaints 2024 2025: 15 complaints 2025 2026: 3 complaints 2026

2010: 60 complaints

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YearComplaints
2003116
200452
200519
200621
2007125
200858
200946
201060
201158
201222
201326
201445
201553
2016144
201751
201857
201929
202031
2022217
202348
202426
202515
20263

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

20% · 12 reports
Show complaint excerpts

After getting my vehicle back from the dealer for fixing the 4B1 engine drive belt no more than 15 min driving on to the highway my car staled and died luckily I had my foot on the brake when it occurred, I got it to start back up by returning the...

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-03

Also filed under Electrical system

Engine and engine cooling

12% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing exhaust system.

Power train

10% · 6 reports

Electrical system

10% · 6 reports

Service brakes

10% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH

Safety timeline

10 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2014-08-12Steering14V366000 Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 Outlander vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

    Remedy: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pressure tube and return tube, free of charge. The recall began in August 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820.

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    2014-10-15Engine and engine cooling14V562000 Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Lancer, Lancer Evolution, and Outlander; 2009-2011 Lancer Sportback, Lancer Rilliart, and Lancer Sportback Ralliart; and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles.

    Remedy: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive belt with a rubber belt. Drive pulleys that are excessively worn will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2014.

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    2015-06-15Visibility15V233000 Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

    Remedy: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace a suspect blower motor, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-15-003.

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    2015-06-15Electrical system15V232000 Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

    Remedy: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected ECU, free of charge. The recall began on June 15 ,2015. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-15-002.

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    2016-09-14Suspension16V458000 Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

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

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    2017-07-28Visibility16V791000 Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles manufactured September 8, 2006, to March 29, 2013.

    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.

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    2017-07-28Visibility17V461000 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.

    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.

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    2018-02-27Visibility18V071000 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.

    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.

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    2018-03-27Engine and engine cooling18V069000 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.

    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.

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    2020-08-07Structure, suspension20V279000 Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

    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.

Buy-smart checklist

2010 Mitsubishi Outlander — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 12 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 14V366000 · Steering
  • Recall 14V562000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 15V233000 · Visibility
  • Recall 15V232000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 16V458000 · Suspension
  • Recall 16V791000 · Visibility
  • Recall 17V461000 · Visibility
  • Recall 18V071000 · Visibility
  • Recall 18V069000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 20V279000 · Structure, suspension

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FAQ

Is the 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander have?
10 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.