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2004 Dodge Durango vs 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2004 Dodge Durango2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
NHTSA complaints1,11452
Recall campaigns84
Service bulletins (TSBs)8156
Investigations80
Crash reports4510
Fire reports740
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)13–1620–21
Median reported mileage96,000 mi69,156 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentDodge DurangoMitsubishi Outlander
Engine3262
Engine and Engine Cooling2496
Electrical System2422
Air Bags1437
Power Train993
Vehicle Speed Control492
Structure358
Suspension1820

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling2390
Clunking / rattling570
Check engine light510
Airbag warning light340
Vibration / shaking300
Rust / corrosion2916
Hesitation / surging220
Won’t start210
2004 Mitsubishi Outlander

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.