Liftgate Support Struts Failure

The liftgate support struts are prone to corrosion and pressure loss, leading to the liftgate failing to stay open or unexpectedly falling. This is a recurring issue addressed by multiple recalls. Estimated repair cost: $200 - $500.

Starter Relay Failure

A faulty starter relay can cause the engine to stall, reduce power, or overheat. This issue has been subject to a recall. Estimated repair cost: $100 - $250.

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2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Maintenance guide

Name: Maintenance dataset for 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander
Creator: Carfocal

v1.0Updated Jun 12, 2026Daniel Wilson4 Sources Analyzed1 Critical Recalls

MAINTENANCE SUMMARY

The 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander presents an average reliability profile, with a significant number of recalls, primarily concerning liftgate struts and safety system software. Proactive inspection of liftgate struts and ensuring all software updates are completed are critical preventative measures.

View Critical Issue: Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) / Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Software Glitches

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Reliability Score

Est. Annual Maintenance Cost

$400 - $700

TSBs & Recalls

59 TSBs | 64 Recalls

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Key Takeaways

Proactive inspection of liftgate support struts is essential due to frequent recall activity.
Ensure all safety system software updates (FCM, ACC, ESC, ABS) have been applied.

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