2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 125 | 46 |
| Recall campaigns | 9 | 13 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 79 | 106 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–20 | 19–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 100,500 mi | 100,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mitsubishi Outlander | Mitsubishi Outlander |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 58 | 5 |
| Structure | 16 | 2 |
| Visibility/wiper | 14 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 3 |
| Steering | 11 | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 5 |
| Power Train | 8 | 5 |
| Visibility | 8 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 24 | 9 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 0 |
2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
2009 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.