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2013 Mitsubishi Outlander SE AWD

The 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander SE AWD is a 168-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 with a cvt. It starts at $25,495 MSRP.

It makes 168 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 167 lb-ft of torque at 4100 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 27 mpg highway.

The Outlander measures 183.7 inches long on a 105.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,600 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$25,495 ($35,562 *)
Engine
Engine TypeGas I4
Displacement2.4 L
Horsepower168 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque167 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAll Wheel Drive (AWC)
Transmission
TransmissionCVT (INVECS-III)
Reverse1.75
Final Drive6.46
Fuel Economy
City22 MPG
Highway27 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Unleaded
Brakes
Front Brake Disc11.6 in
Rear Brake Disc11.9 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front18 x 7.0 in
Wheels Rear18 x 7.0 in
Tires FrontP225/55R18
Tires RearP225/55R18
Dimensions & Weight
Length183.7 in
Width70.9 in
Height66.1 in
Wheelbase105.1 in
Curb Weight3,600 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (16.9 % risk)
Tested variant: 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander SUV AWD
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander SUV FWD: 4 ★ overall

Recalls

5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

May 18, 2020 · STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Lancer, 2009-2010 Lancer Sportback, 2008-2013 Outlander, and 2011-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.

Consequence: A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: 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. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-003.

NHTSA campaign 20V279000

Jul 20, 2017 · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles. In the affected vehicles, water may drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole. The water may cause internal corrosion of the windshield wiper motor and the possible failure of the motor.

Consequence: Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-003.

NHTSA campaign 17V461000

Oct 31, 2016 · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles manufactured September 8, 2006, to March 29, 2013. In the affected vehicles, water may enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the wiper link separating and the wipers becoming inoperative.

Consequence: Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rubber boot on the ball joint to prevent water intrusion. Additionally, they will inspect the wiper motor crank arm for excessive play, replacing it as necessary. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-009.

NHTSA campaign 16V791000

Jun 23, 2016 · SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

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, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. In the affected vehicles, the front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.

Consequence: A detached front control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: 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 repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-003.

NHTSA campaign 16V458000

Jun 25, 2014 · STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 Outlander vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Additionally, Mitusbishi is recalling certain 2007-2012 Outlander vehicles that received replacement 6-speed automatic transmissions during servicing. The transmissions in these vehicles have insufficient clearance between the power steering pressure tube and the converter housing of the automatic transmission. As a result of the contact, the power steering pressure tube may develop a hole and leak power steering fluid.

Consequence: A power steering fluid leak could result in a loss of steering assistance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pressure tube and return tube, free of charge. The recall began in August 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-006.

NHTSA campaign 14V366000

68 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2013 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER

Owner Complaints

68 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER (6 mention a crash, 5 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System15
Air Bags14
Engine9
Unknown Or Other8
Visibility/Wiper8
Power Train7
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Aug 27, 2025 · Electrical System
“My vehicle shut off on a state route when I had the vehicle towed to the dealership I was informed it was the ecu. I found out a year after my vehicle was purchased, there was a technical service…”
Jun 23, 2025 · Suspension, Structure
“The contact owns a 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V144000 (Suspension, Structure); and it was determined the…”
Feb 18, 2025 · Unknown Or Other
“The lights on my clutch are not coming on. I’m concerned there are other electrical issues affecting the cluster and the odometer display”
Oct 14, 2024 · Air Bags
“AIRBAG SYSTEM SERVICE REQUIRED message appears on dash. Occurred on 09/20/2018 and again on 09/29/2023. Both times required service to fix. Has now happened again on 10/14/2024. Secondary issue was…”
Mar 29, 2024 · Steering, Suspension, Engine Crash 1 injury
“In 2020 I got a recall for engine support from Mitsubishi. We took it in and told me that the support was find that I didn’t need to be replace even tho the recall called for it. They ended up putting…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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