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Mitsubishi Outlander III faults

4 faults documented by at least two sources, listed by version then by mileage at onset when known.

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Reliability
4.0/5

4 known faults

2.0 MIVEC 150

  1. Emergency braking triggered in error (software recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    Recall in France: the software of the anti-collision system's camera can misread images and report a collision that does not exist, which triggers emergency braking and exposes following vehicles (L'argus). The affected Outlanders are 2017 to 2020 model years (L'argus, CarNews France); the fix is a reprogramming of about twenty minutes at a workshop. Have it checked with the serial number at a Mitsubishi dealer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    2.0 MIVEC 150, 2.2 DI-D 150, 2.2 DI-D 150 BVA, 2.0 PHEV (2013-2018), 2.4 PHEV (2019-2021)
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

2.2 DI-D 150

  1. Emergency braking triggered in error (software recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    Recall in France: the software of the anti-collision system's camera can misread images and report a collision that does not exist, which triggers emergency braking and exposes following vehicles (L'argus). The affected Outlanders are 2017 to 2020 model years (L'argus, CarNews France); the fix is a reprogramming of about twenty minutes at a workshop. Have it checked with the serial number at a Mitsubishi dealer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    2.0 MIVEC 150, 2.2 DI-D 150, 2.2 DI-D 150 BVA, 2.0 PHEV (2013-2018), 2.4 PHEV (2019-2021)
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Clogged particulate filter (2.2 DI-D)

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    On the 2.2 DI-D diesel, short journeys prevent the particulate filter from regenerating, which clogs it (CarChecker). Code P2463 (filter restriction) is documented for 2012-2021 Outlander 2.2 DI-D models (Go-Parts). Prefer a car that has been driven on the road and whose servicing is documented.

    Versions
    2.2 DI-D 150, 2.2 DI-D 150 BVA
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

2.2 DI-D 150 BVA

  1. Emergency braking triggered in error (software recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    Recall in France: the software of the anti-collision system's camera can misread images and report a collision that does not exist, which triggers emergency braking and exposes following vehicles (L'argus). The affected Outlanders are 2017 to 2020 model years (L'argus, CarNews France); the fix is a reprogramming of about twenty minutes at a workshop. Have it checked with the serial number at a Mitsubishi dealer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    2.0 MIVEC 150, 2.2 DI-D 150, 2.2 DI-D 150 BVA, 2.0 PHEV (2013-2018), 2.4 PHEV (2019-2021)
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Clogged particulate filter (2.2 DI-D)

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    On the 2.2 DI-D diesel, short journeys prevent the particulate filter from regenerating, which clogs it (CarChecker). Code P2463 (filter restriction) is documented for 2012-2021 Outlander 2.2 DI-D models (Go-Parts). Prefer a car that has been driven on the road and whose servicing is documented.

    Versions
    2.2 DI-D 150, 2.2 DI-D 150 BVA
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

2.0 PHEV (2013-2018)

  1. Emergency braking triggered in error (software recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    Recall in France: the software of the anti-collision system's camera can misread images and report a collision that does not exist, which triggers emergency braking and exposes following vehicles (L'argus). The affected Outlanders are 2017 to 2020 model years (L'argus, CarNews France); the fix is a reprogramming of about twenty minutes at a workshop. Have it checked with the serial number at a Mitsubishi dealer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    2.0 MIVEC 150, 2.2 DI-D 150, 2.2 DI-D 150 BVA, 2.0 PHEV (2013-2018), 2.4 PHEV (2019-2021)
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. 12 V service battery discharging (PHEV)

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    The PHEV's small 12 V battery discharges when the car stays immobilised; CarChecker suggests replacing it every two to three years, especially after more than a week parked. Owners report dead 12 V batteries on the My Outlander PHEV forum.

    Versions
    2.0 PHEV (2013-2018), 2.4 PHEV (2019-2021)
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Loss of capacity of the traction battery (PHEV)

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    2014-2016 PHEVs are described with a battery that has dropped to 65-75% of its state of health after five to six years (CarChecker). Cararac and a thread on the AEVA forum also address the degradation of this battery. Have the battery's state of health measured before buying.

    Versions
    2.0 PHEV (2013-2018), 2.4 PHEV (2019-2021)
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

2.4 PHEV (2019-2021)

  1. Emergency braking triggered in error (software recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    Recall in France: the software of the anti-collision system's camera can misread images and report a collision that does not exist, which triggers emergency braking and exposes following vehicles (L'argus). The affected Outlanders are 2017 to 2020 model years (L'argus, CarNews France); the fix is a reprogramming of about twenty minutes at a workshop. Have it checked with the serial number at a Mitsubishi dealer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    2.0 MIVEC 150, 2.2 DI-D 150, 2.2 DI-D 150 BVA, 2.0 PHEV (2013-2018), 2.4 PHEV (2019-2021)
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. 12 V service battery discharging (PHEV)

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    The PHEV's small 12 V battery discharges when the car stays immobilised; CarChecker suggests replacing it every two to three years, especially after more than a week parked. Owners report dead 12 V batteries on the My Outlander PHEV forum.

    Versions
    2.0 PHEV (2013-2018), 2.4 PHEV (2019-2021)
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Loss of capacity of the traction battery (PHEV)

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    2014-2016 PHEVs are described with a battery that has dropped to 65-75% of its state of health after five to six years (CarChecker). Cararac and a thread on the AEVA forum also address the degradation of this battery. Have the battery's state of health measured before buying.

    Versions
    2.0 PHEV (2013-2018), 2.4 PHEV (2019-2021)
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

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