2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 3%of 145 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 64,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the visibility of the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander, 3% of the 145 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 64,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Wife was driving her 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander from bisbee to sierra vista, az on sr 92 when all of a sudden she heard an explosion. She immediately ducked thinking that someone had shot at her. A nearby motorist was pointing to her and her car. She didn't know what to make of it, so she pulled over and examined her car and noticed a huge hole in her car sunroof. She had called me (husband) and told me what happened and advised her to continue to drive home slowly, so she activated her emergency lights and drove slow. …”
NHTSA complaint #11395911, filed 2021-02, 84,500 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander. While driving 50 MPH on the interstate, the sun roof shattered without warning. There were no injuries. The contact spoke with the manufacturer and was informed that the vehicle was no longer under warranty; therefore, the contact would be responsible for the repair cost. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or mechanic. The failure mileage was 64,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11075199, filed 2018-02, 64,000 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander. While driving various speeds, the parking brake handle was levered, but failed to stick. The contact mentioned that there was a clicking noise coming from the parking brake handle. In addition, the windshield wipers were hesitant and failed to operate in a timely manner. The contact also noticed water leaking from the windshield wipers. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. …”
NHTSA complaint #11113547, filed 2018-07, 41,892 miles“My windshield wipers have malfunctioned. They will work for a second than malfunction again. This is creating hazardous conditions that will cause an accident when it is raining.”
NHTSA complaint #11565968, filed 2024-01Related service bulletins
- 11029567Feb 12, 2026This revised Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions on how to remedy noise from the HVAC system (heater, air conditioner, ventilation vents) when the blower motor is…
- 10231424Jan 25, 2023This TSB provides instructions on how to remedy noise heard from the HVAC system (heater, air conditioner, ventilation vents) when the blower motor is turned on.
- 10228926Dec 19, 2022This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers informing them of updates to the Troubleshooting Procedure for the Windshield Wiper in the Exterior portion of the affected…
- 10179676Aug 26, 2020This TSB updates the Interior section of the affected Service Manuals to update the Interior Inside Rear View Mirror replacement procedure.
- 10179520Aug 26, 2020This TSB updates the Interior section of the affected Service Manuals to update the Interior Inside Rear View Mirror replacement procedure.
- 10175776Apr 8, 2020This TSB updates the Body section of the affected Service Manuals to add information (including a Caution) to the windshield Removal and Installation procedure for vehicles…
- 10159664Apr 23, 2019This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Exterior section of the affected Service Manuals to update door mirror removal and installation…
- 10159661Apr 23, 2019This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Body section of the affected Service Manual, to correct the window glass run channel and door…
- 10159645Apr 23, 2019This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Exterior section of the affected Service Manuals to update door mirror removal and installation…
- 10159642Apr 23, 2019This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Body section of the affected Service Manual, to correct the window glass run channel and door…
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 6 | 3% |
| 2019 | 1 | 3% |
| 2018 | 1 | 2% |
| 2017 | 6 | 12% |
| 2016 | 4 | 3% |
| 2015 | 1 | 2% |
| 2014 | 5 | 11% |
| 2013 | 6 | 23% |
| 2012 | 5 | 23% |
| 2011 | 9 | 16% |
| 2010 | 6 | 10% |
| 2009 | 8 | 17% |
| 2008 | 9 | 16% |
| 2007 | 22 | 18% |
| 2006 | 1 | 5% |
| 2005 | 1 | 5% |
| 2004 | 2 | 4% |
| 2003 | 11 | 9% |
Other parts of the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander
64 complaintsBrakes
22 complaintsEngine
20 complaintsOther or unknown
15 complaintsElectrical system
12 complaintsExterior lighting
12 complaintsBody and structure
12 complaintsVehicle speed control
12 complaintsAir bags
8 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
6 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsSteering
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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