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Mitsubishi Outlander abs comes on

18 of the 1,329 owner complaints about the Mitsubishi Outlander describe aBS light or ABS activating, most of them for the 2010 model year.

owner complaints
18
worst model year
2010
typical mileage
55,000
Is there a fix? There are 3 recalls for this area of the car. See below

By model year

  • 2024
    1
  • 2022
    4
  • 2018
    2
  • 2016
    1
  • 2010
    4
  • 2009
    1
  • 2008
    1
  • 2007
    3
  • 2006
    1

What owners say

Filed May 28, 2026 · Brakes, Steering · IN

My abs light and traction light on

Filed May 6, 2026 · FL

I was driving home from work and I came upon a red light as I was slowing down the car started jilting as I went to take off I started jilting again but then smoothed out. The check engine light, ABS brake light and speed traction off light came on.They just all popped on. At the next light it did the same thing , it started to shutter and loss of power on taking off. It was sputtery at the same time which could have caused an accident! I finally make it home in about an hour later I had to run out to the store to get a couple things. I put it in reverse and it started to jitter again so I put it in park I checked all the fluids everything was fine Don't know why the lights were on. Again I put it in reverse Go to pull out of my driveway it starts to jitter. I put it in drive very slow getting up to movement. I slowed to stop at a light and it stalls out right in the middle of the intersection I try to start it back up , it does but now it just will not go anywhere!! there was no warning no loud bangs, pops, or squeals, no loud anything it just stopped. It will engage in each gear but refuses to go anywhere. it feels like it wants to go but it's just not going. This is very dangerous I could have gotten in a serious accident being in the middle of the intersection like that. this problem needs to be fixed upon looking on many forums and internet sites this seems to be a very common issue with the CVT or the 2009 or any outlander for that matter. My car was made in Japan I guess because the VIN starts with J I'm not sure of how to get any recalls from there or if that matters. I'm not sure the history on my vehicle neither or where it was registered last. I wish I knew when and where the repairs have been done for the recalls that my vehicle may have had. My car is doing exactly what the recalls were for; MMNS's number SR-15-002 in June 15th 2015 and also mmna's number SR-18-001 I did change both CVT filters and fluid also the oil and oil filter. Still nothing.

Filed Dec 2, 2025 · Brakes, Steering · PA · crash · 2 injuries

I was driving my vehicle, the roads were snowy so was traveling slowly. I attempted to slow down a little more, when I pushed on the brake there was absolutely no response, usually you can feel and even hear the brakes (abs) functioning, there was nothing. I also tried to steer, again, no response, the vehicle continued straight, we went into a ditch and rolled on our side. I tried to put down a window but all dash lights, etc were off and car was not running. I pushed the "start button" dash lights came on, could roll down windows, etc... and the car even starts and runs now. It seems as though there was no "control" of any kind, we were going slow and I even had time to tell my passenger, "be prepared, hold on"...

Filed Dec 22, 2023 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · TX · crash · 1 injury

I had a wreck 12/05/2023 the rear ended a commercial truck it didn’t give me any indication ahead it didn’t not slow my vehicle down or brake I just slammed right into the vehicle 23 feet in front with no warning so now the truck is saying crash malfunction it just abs and lane change in dictation nothing

Filed Aug 22, 2023 · Wheels · CA

2022 Mitsubishi Outlander under 34000 miles. Front wheel bearings gave out. Mitsubishi services stated they are defective and Nissan parts. They replaced them under warranty. All 4 manufacture tires are worn out at 34000 miles. Had another computer issue. ABS Warning came on while driving. Took took Mitsubishi service, they stated a module had to be exchanged. Again car is fairly new. Under 34000 miles.

Filed Jun 7, 2023 · Brakes · 1,892 miles · NJ

The contact owns a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the brake warning light illuminated intermittently. After depressing the accelerator pedal, the warning light turned off. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with the front passenger’s side caliper, and the copper washer needing to be replaced. The contact stated that brake fluid was also added. The vehicle was repaired but experienced failure a second time. The contact took the vehicle back to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the front passenger’s side caliper needed to be replaced and brake fluid added. The vehicle was repaired but experienced failure a third time. The contact took the vehicle back to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the ABS hydraulic control unit to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 1,892.

Filed May 12, 2023 · Brakes · 84,000 miles · IL

The contact owns a 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH and making a turn, the message "ABS Service Required" was displayed. The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact stated that she turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the warning message was turned off. However, the contact stated that the failure reoccurred several times while driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the failure was related to Mitsubishi Technical Service Bulletin Numbers: SR-18-008 and SR-18-007. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The dealer was notified of the failure and advised the contact to take the vehicle in for diagnostic tests whenever the messages were displayed; however, the contact stated that the failure occurred intermittently, and the dealer required scheduling a service appointment in advance. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the contact was awaiting a call back. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 84,000.

Filed Jul 20, 2022 · Driver assistance · NV

This car has been a problem child since day one. Yesterday I was driving on the highway normally and out of nowhere received a warning on my dashboard about all of these malfunctions and that my ABS, 4WD system, collision system, etc was malfunctioned and turned off. This was followed by a quick sudden jolt of my car. It stayed on throughout the remainder of the day and then all of the alerts disappeared once I turned off my car and back on later that day. Although the alerts turned off… it is still very concerning to me.

Filed Mar 10, 2021 · Electrical · 172,000 miles · WV

Abs pump motor ecu internal failure -loses battery voltage signal internally

Filed Nov 6, 2019 · Brakes · 15,000 miles · PR

I bought my car july 31, 2018, 0 miles vehicle mitsubishi outlander gt 2018. I have notice dangerous condition on the break system. - first of all, when the vehicle was about 6 month of use the rear break start to sound. When I take my vehicle to the mitsubishi service department and the rear break pads was worn out with only 12,000 miles. They claim that is my driving habits was what causes the premature worn of the break pad. I told them that my last car I change rear break pad at 60,000 miles with the same driving habits they alleged. At the end, I pay for the pads and the warranty pay for the disk repair and installation. - second, I had an experience in a sudden stop that the ABS system did not respond properly and my car slide through the pavement until stop. Fortunately I had enough space to stop without causing an accident. I haven't had any other incident and I can't tell if the problem persist. - third, recently I take my vehicle to another mitsubishi service department because of a noise on the rear breaks. The technician indicate that the break pads are worn out and the caliper rubber protector is broken. My vehicle only have one year of use and 25,000 miles. My big concern is with the ABS system that did not responded properly and I don't have the technical knowledge to determine if the ABS problem have something to do with the premature worn out of the rear break pads. If you need additional information, please let me know.

Related recalls

Parking brakeReported November 30, 2020 · 21,758 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles. The rust prevention coating on the rear brake operating shafts could have been peeled off during the assembly process. As a result, water entering the rear brake caliper boot may cause the parking brake operating shafts to corrode and possibly bind.
Risk
If the parking brake operating shafts bind, the parking brakes may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brakes do not engage properly, the vehicle could rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake caliper assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 4, 2021. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1‑888‑648‑7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-005.

Recall number 20V741000 · Recall details

Parking brakeReported January 26, 2018 · 170,354 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Outlander and 2013-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter the rear brake calipers causing the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and possibly bind.
Risk
If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake calipers and replace the parking brake boot and lever or the brake caliper body, as necessary. Dealers will also replace the piston assembly of the rear brake caliper. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1‑888‑648‑7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-002.

Recall number 18V070000 · Recall details

Service brakes, air: supply: check valveReported March 10, 2009 · 39,711 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Mitsubishi is recalling 39,711 my 2008-2009 outlander and lacer vehicles. Incorrect material composition of the brake booster check valve may cause the check valve to stick closed when the engine is shut off. When the vehicle is re-started and put into motion, under certain driving conditions (very slow vehicle maneuvers), there may be insufficient initial braking assist.
Risk
This may temporarily increase the stopping distance of the vehicle and therefore increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake booster check valve free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during april 2009. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1‑800‑222‑0037.

Recall number 09V077000 · Recall details

Questions about the Mitsubishi Outlander abs

Why does the abs come on in the Mitsubishi Outlander?

Owners who report it most often also describe check engine light, engine stalls while driving and multiple warning lights.

Which Mitsubishi Outlander years have aBS light or ABS activating problems?

The model years with the most reports are 2010 (4 complaints), 2022 (4 complaints) and 2007 (3 complaints).

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