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2006 Mitsubishi Outlander problems

The most common problem on the 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is lights, typically around 101,800 miles. It has fewer complaints than a typical Outlander model year.

Fewer complaintsAmong the best years of this model
Year score
88/100
Owner complaints
21
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
35
Worst area
Lights
Fuel economy
20-22mpg

The worst 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

  • Lights
    7
  • Suspension
    6
  • Electrical
    4
  • Body
    2
  • Brakes
    2
  • Fuel system
    2
  • Acceleration
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Specific symptoms reported on the 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander

Headlights 6

Recalls 1

Suspension: front: control arm: lower armReported June 23, 2016 · 194,674 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2002-2007 Lancer, 2004 Lancer Wagon, 2003-2006 Lancer Evolution, 2003-2006 Outlander and 2007-2013 Outlander V-6 vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. In the affected vehicles, the front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.
Risk
A detached front control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 that has a sealing/anti-corrosion agent applied to it. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1‑888‑648‑7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-003.

Recall number 16V458000 · Recall details

See all 1 recalls for the 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander

Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 35

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 35 bulletins for the 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander

2006 Mitsubishi Outlander fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
2.4L 4‑cylFWD1924-2521-22
2.4L 4‑cyl4WD1823-2520-21

What 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 18, 2026 · Suspension · PA · crash

Control arm became unattached losing ability to steer and cracking the subframe on the front driver side.

Filed Oct 24, 2019 · Suspension · 140,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mitsubishi outlander. While driving 65 MPH, the driver's side control arm snapped in half without warning. The control arm collapsed on both front tires, which caused the vehicle to immediately halt. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the vehicle would be covered if it were still under warranty. The contact discovered the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v458000(suspension) and associated it with the failure. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

Filed Feb 6, 2018 · Suspension · 83,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mitsubishi outlander. While driving 25 MPH, the front cross member failed and damaged the exhaust system, the lower control assembly, the steering assembly, the front axle, the stability control, and the shaft assembly. The vehicle was towed to peruzzi mitsubishi (130 lincoln highway, fairless hills, pennsylvania 19030, phone (888) 481-7599). The vehicle was repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v458000 (suspension) and the damaged parts were replaced. The dealer charged the contact to replace the additional parts. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 83,000.

Filed Aug 30, 2017 · Fuel system · OH

The fuel tank had to be replaced because the fuel vapors were leaking into the cab of the vehicle, this was truly an obstacle to driving the vehicle. The local misubishi dealer said that this was not unusual the cost to replace the fuel tank and related gaskets, hose lines, c;amps, etc. Was $1,750.00. Fast forward to jan. 9, 2017 ;the vehicle was called in to be inspected for corrosion of front cross member. Misubishi applied anti rust agents to the cross members in question. This is a secondary issue that I am concerned about the cost I paid for the fuel tank issue and the corrosion isse of the cross members. However primarily my concern is I question the safety of each matter along with the potential that others owners may be unaware of the circumstanes I have listed and just might expereience something very tragic.

Filed Jan 20, 2017 · Body, Brakes · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mitsubishi outlander. While approximately 30-35 MPH, a loud noise was heard when the brakes were depressed. The contact pulled the vehicle off the road, inspected underneath the vehicle, and noticed that the front driver side tire was up against the wheel well and that part of the tire link was rusted and separated. The front driver side tire link was damaged, but was not fractured. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Jan 13, 2017 · Body · 100,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mitsubishi outlander. The contact stated that the recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v458000 (structure: body) was received in august. After contacting the dealer and the manufacturer on multiple occasions, the contact was informed that the parts needed for the recall remedy were still not available and no estimated time for receiving the parts could be provided. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Nov 29, 2016 · Suspension · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mitsubishi outlander. The contact received a recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v458000 (suspension). The contact stated that the parts needed for the recall remedy were still not available and that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Sep 15, 2016 · Lights · 142,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mitsubishi outlander. While driving 25 MPH, the headlights and tail lights malfunctioned. The contact stated that the headlights and tail lights were very dim and would turn on and off intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 142,000.

Filed Aug 29, 2016 · Suspension · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mitsubishi outlander. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v458000 (suspension) and stated that the part needed was unavailable to perform the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The VIN was invalid. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Aug 23, 2016 · Suspension · 134,000 miles · IL · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owned a 2006 mitsubishi outlander. While driving 50-60 MPH, the vehicle swerved uncontrollably without warning. The contact was concerned that the front suspension experienced a failure. The contact stated that the vehicle crossed three oncoming lanes and crashed into a cement barrier. The air bags deployed. A police report was filed. The contact sustained minor injuries to the lower back that did not require medical attention. The vehicle was towed to an independent facility. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v458000 (suspension). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 134,000. The vehicle was destroyed. The VIN was not available.

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Questions about the 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander

Is the 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?

Owners have filed 21 complaints about the 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander, fewer than a typical Outlander model year.

What is the 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander year score?

The 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander scores 88 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Mitsubishi Outlander: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander?

Lights, with 7 complaints, typically around 101,800 miles. Next is suspension (6).

How many recalls does the 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander have?

1 recall, covering suspension.

What year does the Mitsubishi Outlander have the most lights problems?

The Mitsubishi Outlander model years with the most lights complaints are 2003 (19 complaints), 2016 (12 complaints) and 2007 (10 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander get?

Official estimates for the 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander range from 20 to 22 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.4L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 19 city and 24-25 highway.

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