Model year guide

2004 Mitsubishi Outlander

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 17 on record.

2004 Mitsubishi Outlander — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2004 Mitsubishi Outlander at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints52
Combined21 mpg
Typical price$2,467

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2004 Mitsubishi Outlander recalls 4

Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer NHTSA Campaign #03V429000 · 03/11/2003

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES LOCATED IN THE CARIBBEAN, DUE TO A SOFTWARE PROGRAMMING ERROR IN THE ELECTRONIC TIMING AND CONTROL SYSTEM (ETACS), WHILE USING THE INTERMITTENT WIPER MODE, THE INTERMITTENT WIPER SWEEP TIME INTERVAL MAY INCREASE AS MUCH AS 6.8 SECOND BETWEEN WIPER SWEEPS.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ETACS MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 14, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN AT 1-800-981-0452.

Trailer Hitches NHTSA Campaign #04V197000 · 26/04/2004

CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN EQUIPPED WITH DEALER-INSTALLED TRAILER HITCH WIRING HARNESS AND CONTROL MODULE. THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE CAN OVERHEAT.

Fix: OWNERS ARE BEING REQUESTED TO STOP USING THE HARNESS UNTIL A NEWLY DESIGNED REPLACEMENT IS PROVIDED AND CAN BE INSTALLED BY THE DEALER. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 28, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-888-648-7820.

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #04V428000 · 01/09/2004

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.' THE BILINGUAL ENGLISH/SPANISH REMOVABLE AIR BAG WARNING LABELS AFFIXED TO THE DASH AND TO THE SUNVISOR DO NOT MEET THE SIZE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.

Fix: MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN WILL MAIL A CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION LETTER CONTAINING A WRITTEN DESCRIPTION AND A GRAPHIC OF THE BI-LINGUAL DASHBOARD AIR BAG WARNING LABEL. IN ADDITION, ALL CURRENT 2000-2004 NATIVA OWNERS WILL ALSO RECEIVE REPLACEMENT AIR BAG ALERT LABELS FOR THE SUN VISORS. THIS RECALL IS EX…

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm NHTSA Campaign #16V458000 · 23/06/2016

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2002-2007 Lancer, 2004 Lancer Wagon, 2003-2006 Lancer Evolution, 2003-2006 Outlander and 2007-2013 Outlander V-6 vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania,…

Fix: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. Depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one that has a sealing/anti-corrosion agent applied to it. These rep…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2004 Mitsubishi Outlander common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 52 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

2004 Mitsubishi Outlander MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,025

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander worth?

Low
$1,250
Typical price
$2,467
High
$3,995

From 17 comparable 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,125
Fuel only$15,125
Per mile$0.20

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2004 Mitsubishi Outlander trims & engines on record

Trims
XLS · LS
Engines
2.4L

2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicles on record

2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander XLSJA4LZ41F44U031676 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander LSJA4LX31F34U056942 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander XLSJA4LZ41F84U043331 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander XLSJA4LX41F84U028706 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander LSJA4LX31F94U042463 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander XLSJA4LZ41F54U005801 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander LSJA4LZ31F44U033115 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander LSJA4LX31FX4U006121 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander LSJA4LX31F84U034791 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander XLSJA4LZ41F04U005737 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander XLSJA4LX41F74U004171 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander XLSJA4LX41F34U055134 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander XLSJA4LX41F84U035977 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander LSJA4LZ31F64U057903 2004 Mitsubishi OutlanderJA4LZ41F04U005947 2004 Mitsubishi OutlanderJA4LZ31F94U052209 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 2004 Mitsubishi OutlanderJA4LZ31FX4U005898

Other Mitsubishi Outlander model years

2022 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2003

2004 Mitsubishi Outlander — frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander?

Based on 52 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are suspension, structure, steering.

What gas mileage does the 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander at about 21 mpg combined (19 city / 24 highway).

How much is a 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander worth?

Comparable 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander listings run roughly $1,250–$3,995, typically around $2,467 (from 17 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.