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2003 Mitsubishi Outlander recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2003 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component6
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
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| Equipment | 2 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Trailer hitches | 1 |
| Electrical system | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 |
Safety recalls6
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Jun 23, 201616V458000 | Suspension: front control armA detached front control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 16V458000
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| Sep 1, 200404V428000 | Equipment: other labelsTHIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD. DetailsHide details for campaign 04V428000
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| Apr 26, 200404V197000 | Trailer hitchesOVERHEATING OF THE TRAILER HITCH WIRING HARNESS MODULE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE. DetailsHide details for campaign 04V197000
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| Feb 11, 200404V067000 | Equipment: other owners/service/other manualIF THE TETHER STRAP IS IMPROPERLY INSTALLED TO THE TETHER ANCHOR, THE CHILD SAFETY SEAT MAY NOT BE SUFFICIENT RESTRAINED. DetailsHide details for campaign 04V067000
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| May 20, 200303V194000 | Electrical system: wiring interior/under dashELECTRICAL CORROSION OF THE HARNESS COULD CAUSE THE SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER TO MALFUNCTION, THE SIDE AIR BAG NOT TO DEPLOY AND/OR THE BRAKE LAMPS NOT TO ILLUMINATE OR TO… DetailsHide details for campaign 03V194000
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| Jan 30, 200303V028000 | Vehicle speed controlFAILURE TO RETURN TO IDLE COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING. DetailsHide details for campaign 03V028000
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Owner complaints by component129
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 28 | 22 |
| Exterior lighting | 19 | 15 |
| Steering | 14 | 11 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 14 | 11 |
| Power train | 10 | 8 |
| Air bags | 9 | 7 |
| Electrical system | 9 | 7 |
| Visibility | 8 | 6 |
| Structure | 7 | 5 |
| Seat belts | 6 | 5 |
| Unknown or other | 5 | 4 |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 4 |
| Equipment | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel system | 4 | 3 |
| Gasoline | 4 | 3 |
8 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Suspension
“The contact owns a 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated while driving at approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle came to an immediate stop and did not return to normal operation.”
- Unknown or other
“HVAC temperature control knob is hard to turn, it broke off.”
- Suspension
“Rear control arms are rusted through, there was a recall for the front and had the repairs done. The front control arm recall was due to poor rust proofing during manufacturing. The rear has the same problem.”
Other Mitsubishi Outlander model years
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2003 Mitsubishi Outlander recall questions
How many recalls does the 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander have?
NHTSA lists 6 safety recall campaigns for the 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. The most recent, 16V458000 (reported June 23, 2016), concerns suspension. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander recalls for?
The largest group is equipment, with 2 campaigns. Others: suspension (1), trailer hitches (1), electrical system (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Suspension is the most-reported component, named in 28 complaints out of 129 filed with NHTSA (22%). Across all complaints, owners reported 12 crashs and 2 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.