Mitsubishi Outlander: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 35,230 Mitsubishi Outlander cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2003 and 2026.
In a sample of 398 cars, 66.6% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is wipers give insufficient visibility (16.6% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 29 recalls for this model; 9.4% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.4% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 16.6% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 15.3% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 14.8% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 12.6% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 12.1% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 11.6% |
| Steering dust boot damaged, not sealing | 11.1% |
| Tyre damaged | 8% |
| Steering ball joint has too much play | 7.8% |
| Disc/drum brake binding | 7.3% |
Share of 398 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 11.1% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 6.8% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 2.8% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 0.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 35,230 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 9.4% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.4% |
| Used as a taxi | 0.1% |
| First registered | 2003 to 2026 |
All Mitsubishi Outlander passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-02-05 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 90 |
| 2021-06-17 | brakes | serious | 5,048 |
| 2021-03-31 | brakes | – | 613 |
| 2021-02-25 | electrical system | serious | 2 |
| 2020-09-21 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 408 |
| 2019-07-10 | electrical system | – | 10,217 |
| 2019-01-01 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 31,143 |
| 2018-11-14 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 4,303 |
| 2018-11-13 | windows and wipers | serious | 2,269 |
| 2018-11-07 | brakes | serious | 2,611 |
| 2018-11-07 | brakes | serious | 4,259 |
| 2018-10-04 | doors, bonnet and tailgate | serious | 6,562 |
| 2018-10-04 | electrical system | serious | 8,299 |
| 2018-08-13 | brakes | serious | 31,284 |
| 2018-05-03 | windows and wipers | – | 7,584 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Mitsubishi Outlander fail the APK?
In a sample of 398 cars first registered 2012–2021, 66.6% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Mitsubishi Outlander?
The most common APK defects are: wipers give insufficient visibility (16.6%), tyre pressure incorrect (15.3%), position light not working (properly) (14.8%).
Does the Mitsubishi Outlander have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 29 recalls. 9.4% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Mitsubishi models
Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.