Mitsubishi Motors has been contacted several times in the past about the ETACS system being faulty. The windshield wipers on this particular car went out in February, 2017, at which time they were contacted and rudely refused culpability. The car has had recall-related services completed: 2 windshield wiper recalls and a corrosion-related recall. I was told by the Mitsubishi tech in Asheville, NC that the recall on the wipers did not cover the faulty ETACS, "which is a common repair on 06-11 Mitsubishis." He was more than happy to give me a quote for more than $1,000 to replace the defective ETACS. We've replaced coil springs that snapped in two as I pulled out from my driveway with my children in tow - NOT covered by the recall because the mileage on the vehicle was 3,800 miles OVER Mitsubishi's pre-set mileage limit. I have had numerous problems out of the vehicle: coil springs snapped in two, ETACS failure, (still) non-functioning windshield wipers, corroded/rotted exhaust that cost nearly $1,000 to repair - not REPLACE but to REPAIR -, electrical failures related to headlights/interior lights/Bluetooth/cruise control, and severe cross member corrosion. I have reached out to Mitsubishi Motors several times since purchasing the vehicle, and other than speaking to extremely rude representatives three times by phone, no one has ever responded to me about my concerns. Most concerning right now: The anti-corrosion that was applied by the Mitsubishi dealership should have been a complete replacement of the front and back subframes, as BOTH are completely ROTTEN and CRUMBLING from rust! My daughter had been driving this vehicle with her baby in tow until recently! It is completely unacceptable that Mitsubishi Motors has not been held accountable and forced to fix these issues!
2007 Mitsubishi Outlander visibility problems
22 complaints (18% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 80,000.
- owner complaints
- 22
- of this car's complaints
- 18%
- typical mileage
- 80,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 3
Which part fails
- Windshield1
- Rearview mirrors/devices1
- Glass, side/rear1
- Defroster/defogger/HVAC system: fan/motor1
- Defroster/defogger/HVAC system1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Mitsubishi Outlander visibility problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander visibility
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
- What is wrong
- 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. The sunroof glass may detach from the sunroof assembly, becoming a road hazard to other vehicles.
- Risk
- If the sunroof glass detaches from the assembly while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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.
Recall number 18V071000 · Recall details
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: motor
- What is wrong
- 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. The water may cause internal corrosion of the windshield wiper motor and the possible failure of the motor.
- Risk
- Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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.
Recall number 17V461000 · Recall details
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: linkages
- What is wrong
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles manufactured September 8, 2006, to March 29, 2013. In the affected vehicles, water may enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the wiper link separating and the wipers becoming inoperative.
- Risk
- Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
- 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. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1‑888‑648‑7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-009.
Recall number 16V791000 · Recall details
What 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Front windshield wiper motor went out and wipers no longer work
The defrost does not work well enough to kept window clear for driving. The anti skid electronics keeps locking out the transmission and it will not shift above 3 rd gear. Causing a drive speed limit below the required highway minimum. Have taken it in to the dealer and they charged me to fix it but the problem is recurring.
Back window shattered outward while parked and no one in it.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mitsubishi outlander. The contact stated that the rear glass shattered without warning. The vehicle was inspected by a police officer and a police report was filed. The officer informed the contact to park the vehicle due to the failure. The dealer (peruzzi mitsubishi, 130 lincoln hwy, fairless hills, pa 19030) was notified and stated that there was no recall to cover the repair. The insurance company was notified and was to inspect the vehicle and cover the replacement of the rear glass. The VIN was not available. The manufacturer indicated that there was no recall for the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN and failure mileage were not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mitsubishi outlander. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 16v791000 (visibility) and 17v461000 (visibility). The part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The dealer (birmingham mitsubishi 9008 parkway east, birmingham, al 35206, 205‑957‑6444) did not give a specific date for when the part would become available. The manufacturer was contacted and could not provide an estimated date for when the contact's vehicle would receive the recall repair. The contact was not experiencing a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Manufacturer recall numbersr-16-009 the federal safety agency recall number16v791 manufacturer refuses to make replacement parts available for recall.
Received a recall for manufacturer recall numbersr-16-009 the federal safety agency recall number16v791 recall statusrecall incomplete, remedy not yet available summary in the event that water drops down through the back side of the front deck garnish (the body piece between the hood and windshield), the front wiper link ball joint may experience excessive moisture and corrode. If this occurs, the resin case of the ball joint will wear prematurely due to the ball joint corrosion and the wiper link may ultimately separate causing the windshield wipers to stop operating. I've been in contact with my local dealer and nothing has been resolved 6 months later I keep being told the parts haven't come in yet. I also received a for a corrosion issue on the lower control arm in august of 2016 same as my other recall no answers for that many months later
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mitsubishi outlander. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 16v791000 (visibility), 14v564000 (exterior lighting), and 16v458000(suspension). The contact was unable to get the recalls completed due to the hours of operation of the dealer and the distance needed to be traveled. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but did not offer any assistance. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available for the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v791000 (visibility). Parts distribution disconnect for the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v564000(exterior lighting) and 16v458000 (suspension).
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mitsubishi outlander. The contact was advised of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 16v791000 (visibility) and 16v458000 (suspension) associated with the vehicle. When the vehicle was in the park position, the contact was unable to shift into drive. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000.
Questions about the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander visibility
Does the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 22 complaints about the visibility of the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander, 18% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander visibility problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 80,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander visibility?
Yes, 3 recalls: 18V071000, 17V461000, 16V791000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Mitsubishi Outlander have the most visibility problems?
The Mitsubishi Outlander model years with the most visibility complaints are 2007 (22 complaints) and 2003 (11 complaints).
Other 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander problems
Suspension 58Body 16Electrical 13Steering 11Lights 10Airbags 8Brakes 8Transmission 8Seat belts 5Engine 3Wheels 2Driver assistance 1Fuel system 1Seats 1Tires 1
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