2005 Mitsubishi Outlander Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Outlander years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 21st of 23 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. That ranks 21st out of 23 Outlander model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (9 complaints, 47%), typically at around 123,000 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 4 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
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- 19owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 9 | 47% | 123,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 16% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 3 | 16% | 20,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 11% | 104,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 11% | 110,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 11% | 104,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 5% | 5,200 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 5% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 5% | 128,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 5% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 5% | 85,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 Mitsubishi Outlander recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Suspension:front:control arm:lower arm
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
This vehicle recieved the [XXX] recall treatment in 2019 but the crossmember snapped anyway in april 2026. It snapped all the way through on the driverside causing the wheel to go completely sideways pulling out the cv axle with it, smashing into the wheel well and fender making the driverside door…
The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that while his mother owned the vehicle, she received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V458000 (Suspension). She took the vehicle to a dealer and upon inspection of the vehicle, the dealer found no defect with the lower…
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mitsubishi outlander. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30-35 mph, there was an abnormal loud clunking sound coming from the front of the vehicle near the driver's feet. The contact pulled over to the side of the roadway. The contact attempted to move…
While driving along a paved rural road in a moderate left turn at approximately 25 mph the lower left rear control arm detached from the rear cross member. This noticeably affected the handling of the vehicle and caused the tire to contact the body of the vehicle. The rear cross member was found…
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mitsubishi outlander. While driving approximately 20 mph and making a left turn, the steering malfunctioned and the vehicle would not turn. After stopping to inspect the vehicle, it was discovered that the two front wheels were positioned in opposite directions. The…
Other Mitsubishi Outlander years
← 2004 Outlander · 2006 Outlander →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Outlander | 3 | 1 |
| 2025 Outlander | 15 | 1 |
| 2024 Outlander | 26 | 1 |
| 2023 Outlander | 49 | 2 |
| 2022 Outlander | 217 | 7 |
| 2020 Outlander | 31 | 3 |
| 2019 Outlander | 29 | 5 |
| 2018 Outlander | 57 | 6 |
| 2017 Outlander | 51 | 6 |
| 2016 Outlander | 145 | 8 |
| 2015 Outlander | 53 | 5 |
| 2014 Outlander | 45 | 4 |
| 2013 Outlander | 26 | 5 |
| 2012 Outlander | 22 | 6 |
| 2011 Outlander | 58 | 8 |
| 2010 Outlander | 60 | 10 |
| 2009 Outlander | 46 | 13 |
| 2008 Outlander | 58 | 12 |
| 2007 Outlander | 125 | 9 |
| 2006 Outlander | 21 | 1 |
| 2005 | 19 | 1 |
| 2004 Outlander | 52 | 4 |
| 2003 Outlander | 116 | 6 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Owners most often report suspension, power train, structure problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 9 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Outlander model years, the 2005 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.