2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Technical Service Bulletins

104 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 11026481Nov 21, 2025Seat belts, Electrical system. Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
• 11006081Jul 23, 2024Electrical system. This Technical Service Bulletin instructs the dealer to update the Hands Free Module software to improve the Bluetooth connection when certain devices are connected to Wi‐Fi.
• 11003536Jun 3, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides corrections to the description of special tools used to install the oil seal within the Automatic Transaxle sections of the applicable Service Manuals.
• 11003535Jun 3, 2024Engine. Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides additions to the description of special tools used for removal of the drive belt within the Engine Mechanical (3.0L Engine) section of the applicable Service Manuals.
• 10240443Jul 21, 2023Equipment. This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
• 10235609Apr 24, 2023Body and structure. This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
• 10235608Apr 24, 2023Equipment. This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more than 1.5 percent of the vehicle's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or 100 lbs.
• 10235606Apr 21, 2023Equipment. This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
• 10234004Mar 7, 2023Seats. This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to replace the seat adjuster assembly and power seat harness in affected vehicles with improved countermeasure parts.
• 10233997Mar 7, 2023Engine cooling, Electrical system. This Technical Service Bulletin contains technical information and troubleshooting for the accessory Remote Engine Start system for affected vehicles.
• 10233994Mar 7, 2023Electrical system, Engine cooling. This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers and parts managers about possible causes after a customer complains that the engine will not start while using the remote start system.
• 10231410Jan 12, 2023Engine cooling. This TSB provides revisions to the Removal and Installation procedures for the rocker cover due to changes in the quantity of mounting bolts for vehicles equipped with 4B1 series engine. (Service Manual Revision)
• 10228919Dec 7, 2022Equipment. Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
• 10226082Oct 10, 2022Seats. Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
• 10211530Apr 7, 2022Exterior lighting, Other or unknown. This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part.
• 10208837Feb 3, 2022Seats, Electrical system, Equipment. This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers informing them to replace the Power Seat Side Shield and apply felt tape when customers complain the Power Seat Side Shield is coming off while entering/exiting the vehicle.
• 10207798Jan 31, 2022Equipment, Seats. This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to apply Nonwoven Fabric Tape between the Seat Back and Urethane Pad when customers report a condition where an abnormal rubbing noise is heard from the Seat Back when a driver and/or passenger is seated in the front seat(s).
• 10203270Oct 26, 2021Electrical system. This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to replace the seat adjuster assembly and power seat harness in affected vehicles with improved countermeasure parts. Due to a change in the reclining motor, the new longer harness and connector are necessary.
• 10203267Oct 26, 2021Seat belts, Electrical system, Seats. This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to replace the seat adjuster assembly and power seat harness in affected vehicles with improved countermeasure parts. Due to a change in the reclining motor, the new longer harness and connector are necessary.
• 10200351Jun 3, 2021Suspension. This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers informing them a shock absorber oil leak may result in replacement of absorbers unnecessarily when trace amounts of oil are noted to have adhered to the shock absorber.
• 10199125Jun 3, 2021Suspension. This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers informing them a shock absorber oil leak may result in replacement of absorbers unnecessarily when trace amounts of oil are noted to have adhered to the shock absorber.
• 10191961Apr 9, 2021Engine cooling. This Technical Information Notice provides additional instructions to dealers when replacing the Valve Cover Gasket due to a customer concern of oil leaking.
• 10182303Oct 14, 2020Seats. This Technical Service Bulletin was sent informing dealers an abnormal rubbing noise is heard from the Seat Back when a driver and/or passenger is seated in the front seat(s) and instructs dealers to apply Nonwoven Fabric Tape between the Seat Back and Urethane Pad.
• 10181899Sep 3, 2020Body and structure. Revision to previous TSB SR-20-003 for the Crossmember recall. Added Warranty information for instances where subframe may fail and cause additional damage to unrelated parts. This bulletin provides directions for inspection and repair of affected vehicles' Crossmembers.
• 10181898Sep 3, 2020Equipment. Technical Information Notice sent to dealerships to advise ofrevision changes to TSB "SR-20-003REV_2"
• 10180973Sep 3, 2020Steering, Body and structure, Equipment. Revision to previous TSB SR-20-003 for the Crossmember recall. Added Warranty information for instances where subframe may fail and cause additional damage to unrelated parts. This bulletin provides directions for inspection and repair of affected vehicles' Crossmembers.
• 10180972Sep 3, 2020Equipment, Body and structure, Steering. Technical Information Notice sent to dealerships to advise ofrevision changes to TSB "SR-20-003REV_2"
• 10179680Aug 31, 2020Equipment, Body and structure. This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealerships to notify of a revised Safety Recall Bulletin SR-20-003REV_2 update regarding warranty information and entry of claims.
• 10179679Aug 31, 2020Body and structure, Equipment. This TSB was sent to dealers as an update to SR-20-003REV_1 issued in July 2020 and provides updates to the warranty information.
• 10179517Aug 31, 2020Suspension, Body and structure. This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealerships to notify of a revised Safety Recall Bulletin SR-20-003REV_2 update regarding warranty information and entry of claims.
• 10179516Aug 31, 2020Suspension, Body and structure. This TSB was sent to dealers as an update to SR-20-003REV_1 issued in July 2020 and provides updates to the warranty information.
• 10179672Aug 7, 2020Engine cooling, Equipment. This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing that a recall campaign was released on July 22, 2020 (SR-20-003) for the Crossmember Corrosion.
• 10179524Aug 7, 2020Body and structure, Suspension. This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing that a recall campaign was released on July 22, 2020 (SR-20-003) for the Crossmember Corrosion.
• 10178217Aug 7, 2020Equipment. Publications Report for Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. - July 2020
• 10178989Jul 31, 2020Body and structure. This bulletin provides directions for inspection and repair of affected vehicles' Crossmembers in the Safety Recall.
• 10178988Jul 31, 2020Body and structure. This ATIN-20-SR-003D supersedes ATIN-20-SR-003C and ATIN-20-SR-003B, providing notification of modifications to the TSB and repair procedure; noting when a Crossmember replacement is required the anti-corrosive agent application is not required.
• 10178224Jul 31, 2020Body and structure, Suspension, Equipment. This bulletin provides directions for inspection and repair of affected vehicles' Crossmembers in the Safety Recall.
• 10178223Jul 31, 2020Suspension, Equipment, Body and structure. This ATIN-20-SR-003D supersedes ATIN-20-SR-003C and ATIN-20-SR-003B, providing notification of modifications to the TSB and repair procedure; noting when a Crossmember replacement is required the anti-corrosive agent application is not required.
• 10178985Jul 15, 2020Body and structure. This Advanced Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers as an update to ATIN-20-SR-003B informing that due to a parts availability delay of the Crossmember, customer vehicles requiring a replacement of the crossmember are unable to be completed at this time.
• 10178220Jul 15, 2020Equipment, Suspension. This Advanced Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers as an update to ATIN-20-SR-003B informing that due to a parts availability delay of the Crossmember, customer vehicles requiring a replacement of the crossmember are unable to be completed at this time.
• 10178984Jul 14, 2020Body and structure. This Letter was sent to customers informing them of the launch of Recall SR-20-003, part are currently unavailable; but they will be notified when parts become availble for repairs to begin. This notice also provided customers instruction on how to obtain repairs.
• 10178219Jul 14, 2020Suspension, Equipment. Interim Customer Notification Letter for Recall SR-20-003 - Crossmember
• 10177373Jun 5, 2020Body and structure, Equipment, Engine. This Advanced Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing them of the upcoming recall being released for the inside and outside surfaces of the front cross members used on certain vehicles, if exposed long term to snow melt water and anti-freezing agents, may corrode due to insufficient performance of the rust protection.
• 10169006Nov 26, 2019Equipment. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10167801Oct 24, 2019Seats. This is a revised Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) that was sent to dealers, to inform them that this TSB supersedes TSB-17-52A-003, to add Outlander PHEV and additional model years for Outlander and Outlander Sport, and to update parts and procedures to help resolve the power seat movement.
• 10163703Jul 30, 2019Equipment. This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label.
• 10159667Apr 25, 2019Engine cooling. This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. The bulletin instructs dealers to confirm a list of specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) if vehicle experiences the following symptoms in cold weather: the check engine light illuminating with a limited vehicle speed (failsafe mode), or the engine does not restart after driving a short distance and stopping the engine for a few minutes.
• 10159648Apr 25, 2019Engine. This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. The bulletin instructs dealers to confirm a list of specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) if vehicle experiences the following symptoms in cold weather: the check engine light illuminating with a limited vehicle speed (failsafe mode), or the engine does not restart after driving a short distance and stopping the engine for a few minutes.
• 10159665Apr 23, 2019Electrical system. This is a Technical Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin provides dealers with a basic description of the hands-free systems used in Mitsubishi built vehicles. The bulletin covers components and operation, system layouts showing the differences in Japan built and U.S. built vehicles, diagnostic flow charts, a list of commonly used acronyms and terms, and part numbers.
• 10159660Apr 23, 2019Engine cooling, Equipment. This is Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Propeller Shaft section of the affect Service Manuals, to correct the propeller shaft assembly removal procedure.

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