Injectors / injector seals
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Smoke, knocking
Fix: Replace seals / injectors
€400–1,600
Common faults, service intervals and costs
Mitsubishi Outlander II
2007–2012 · Mitsubishi Outlander 2
2
engines covered
12
known faults
7,716
roadworthiness tests in the statistics
19
official recalls
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The Mitsubishi Outlander II was built from 2007 to 2012.
For this generation we cover 2 engines and 12 known faults, each with the mileage range where it usually appears.
The most expensive known risk is CVT belt slip / overheating (Jatco): it usually appears at 80,000–180,000 km and costs €1,500–4,000 to fix.
In UK roadworthiness tests in 2024, at 150–200 thousand km this model most often failed on: lights, wipers and visibility (20.2 %), suspension (18.3 %), brakes (13.7 %). It fails more often than an average car of the same age and mileage on: steering. It fails less often than average on: tyres and wheels.
Engines
| Engine | Fuel | Timing drive | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 HDi / TD4 / SD4 (DW12) | Diesel | Belt · 150,000 km / every 96 mo | 5W-30 · PSA B71 2290 / JLR STJLR.03.5005 · ~5.3–6.0 L · every 15,000 km |
| 2.0 TDI PD (EA188, 8v / 16v) | Diesel | Belt · 120,000 km / every 60 mo | 5W-30 · VW 507.00 / 505.01 · ~4.3 L · every 15,000 km |
Faults by engine
2.2 HDi / TD4 / SD4 (DW12)
DPF / EGR
usually 120,000–220,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Limp mode, DPF light
Fix: Clean or replace
€300–1,500
Turbo actuator
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Low power
Fix: Replace actuator
€300–900
2.0 TDI PD (EA188, 8v / 16v)
Cracked cylinder head (16v BKD / AZV)
usually 120,000–250,000 km · High risk
engine codes: BKD, AZV, BMN, BMR, BUY, BMA
Signs: Unexplained coolant loss, overheating, bubbles in the expansion tank
Fix: Pressure test; replace the cylinder head
€1,200–2,500
Camshaft and lifter wear (8v BMM / BMP / BKP)
usually 120,000–220,000 km · High risk
engine codes: BMM, BMP, BKP, BVE, BRT, BSY
Signs: Ticking, loss of power, metal in oil
Fix: Replace camshaft, rockers and lifters
€800–1,500
Unit injectors
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Misfire, smoke, hard start
Fix: Test and replace injectors
€600–1,600
DPF (2006+ versions)
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
model years 2006–2010 only
Signs: DPF light, regeneration problems
Fix: Cleaning or replacement
€300–1,500
Gearboxes
Manual
Clutch wear
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
€500–900
Dual-mass flywheel
usually 150,000–220,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Rattle at idle, vibration pulling away
Fix: Replace with clutch
€700–1,400
TC-SST / DCT (wet, Getrag)
DCT mechatronic / solenoids
usually 120,000–220,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Harsh shifts
Fix: Repair; keep oil changes at 60,000 km
€800–2,000
Automatic (torque converter)
Torque converter / valve body
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Delayed or harsh shifts
Fix: Fluid service, repair
€300–2,500
X-Tronic / Xtronic CVT (Jatco)
CVT belt slip / overheating (Jatco)
usually 80,000–180,000 km · High risk
Signs: Whine, judder, shudder, limp mode when hot
Fix: Fluid change every 60,000 km; valve body or rebuild
€1,500–4,000
Scheduled service
Intervals and typical prices for the 2.2 HDi / TD4 / SD4 (DW12) engine. Other engines differ in oil, timing drive and some filters; the app gives the exact plan.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| DPF health check (soot / ash load)Emissions | every 20,000 km | €0–60 |
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Fuel filterFuel | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €40–110 |
| Glow plugsEngine | every 100,000 km | €120–300 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing belt kit + water pumpEngine | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €450–900 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
Roadworthiness tests by mileage
Share of tests in the United Kingdom (DVSA MOT, 2024) that this model failed because of each system. Bold red means more often and green less often than an average car of the same age and mileage. Sample: 7,716 tests.
| thousand km | 100–150 | 150–200 | 200–250 | 250+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 10.1 % | 13.7 % | 13.9 % | 16.4 % |
| Suspension | 11.2 % | 18.3 % | 23.9 % | 26.5 % |
| Steering | 10.4 % | 11.2 % | 12.0 % | 11.5 % |
| Tyres and wheels | 3.8 % | 5.7 % | 8.9 % | 9.2 % |
| Lights, wipers and visibility | 13.5 % | 20.2 % | 25.1 % | 28.8 % |
| Body and corrosion | 2.8 % | 5.5 % | 6.8 % | 8.0 % |
| Exhaust, emissions and leaks | 3.7 % | 6.3 % | 8.1 % | 8.2 % |
Roadworthiness tests in the Netherlands by age
Share of this model's Dutch fleet that had a defect in each system at a roadworthiness test (APK) in 2025. Bold red means more often and green less often than an average car of the same age and fuel. Sample: 4,635 cars.
| age (years) | 12–14 | 15–19 |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 6.4 % | 8.4 % |
| Suspension | 8.4 % | 12.8 % |
| Steering | 13.2 % | 9.5 % |
| Tyres and wheels | 14.9 % | 14.1 % |
| Lights, wipers and visibility | 23.0 % | 29.8 % |
| Body and corrosion | 0.2 % | 1.5 % |
| Exhaust, emissions and leaks | 3.8 % | 9.0 % |
Most common engine versions in the EU
New cars of this generation registered in the EU, Iceland and Norway 2010–2025: 28,322, of which 0 in Croatia. The share shows how common each version is.
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 HDi / TD4 / SD4 (DW12)2.2 (2,179 cm³) · Diesel | 25.3 % | 2010–2011 | — | — |
| 2.3 Diesel2.3 (2,268 cm³) · 130 kW (177 hp) · Diesel | 12.5 % | 2011–2011 | — | — |
| 2.0 Petrol2.0 (1,998 cm³) · Petrol | 11.0 % | 2010–2011 | — | — |
| 2.0 TDI PD (EA188, 8v / 16v)2.0 (1,968 cm³) · Diesel | 9.9 % | 2010–2011 | — | — |
| 2.3 Diesel2.3 (2,268 cm³) · Diesel | 9.0 % | 2010–2011 | — | — |
| 2.2 HDi / TD4 / SD4 (DW12)2.2 (2,179 cm³) · 115 kW (156 hp) · Diesel | 9.0 % | 2011–2011 | — | — |
| 2.4 Petrol2.4 (2,360 cm³) · Petrol | 8.8 % | 2010–2011 | — | — |
| 2.0 Petrol2.0 (1,998 cm³) · 108 kW (147 hp) · Petrol | 7.8 % | 2011–2011 | — | — |
| 2.3 Diesel2.3 (2,268 cm³) · 103 kW (140 hp) · Diesel | 2.4 % | 2011–2011 | — | — |
| 2.4 Petrol2.4 (2,360 cm³) · 125 kW (170 hp) · Petrol | 2.2 % | 2011–2011 | — | — |
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
Owner complaints in the US
Which systems owners reported to the US agency NHTSA and at what mileage. Complaints are not confirmed faults and some relate to recalls. Sample: 263 complaints.
Official recalls
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (19). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
- Doors / locks / lids Sunroof glass may detach from the sunroof assembly02/01/2019 · R/2018/336
- Steering The flange of the drive belt automatic tensioner may crack02/01/2019 · R/2018/335
- Brakes / ABS / ESP Parking brake caliper shaft boots incorrectly sealed08/08/2018 · R/2018/180
- Suspension / axles Water ingress may cause windscreen wipers to fail26/05/2018 · R/2018/117
- Lights ECU malfunction may cause systems to become inoperable28/09/2015 · R/2015/157
- Fire risk Loss of power steering assistance28/11/2014 · R/2014/124
- Brakes / ABS / ESP Brake pedal fails to release28/11/2014 · R/2014/129
- Brakes / ABS / ESP Brake lamps may not illuminate28/11/2014 · R/2014/109
The other recalls (11) are listed in the app.
Common questions
Does the Mitsubishi Outlander II have a timing chain or a timing belt?
2.2 HDi / TD4 / SD4 (DW12): belt · 150,000 km / every 96 mo; 2.0 TDI PD (EA188, 8v / 16v): belt · 120,000 km / every 60 mo.
What are the known problems with the Mitsubishi Outlander II?
The faults with the highest risk: CVT belt slip / overheating (Jatco) (80,000–180,000 km, €1,500–4,000); cracked cylinder head (16v BKD / AZV) (120,000–250,000 km, €1,200–2,500); camshaft and lifter wear (8v BMM / BMP / BKP) (120,000–220,000 km, €800–1,500); DCT mechatronic / solenoids (120,000–220,000 km, €800–2,000). The full list by engine is on this page.
What does the Mitsubishi Outlander II most often fail its roadworthiness test on?
In UK roadworthiness tests in 2024, at 150–200 thousand km this model most often failed on: lights, wipers and visibility (20.2 %), suspension (18.3 %), brakes (13.7 %). It fails more often than an average car of the same age and mileage on: steering. It fails less often than average on: tyres and wheels.
What should you check when buying a used Mitsubishi Outlander II?
Before you buy, ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN that the recalls have been done (19 have been published for this model). If the engine has a timing belt, ask for the invoice for its replacement: with no proof, assume it has not been done. On the test drive, watch for these signs: whine, judder, shudder, limp mode when hot; unexplained coolant loss, overheating, bubbles in the expansion tank. The full checklist is in the guide to buying a used car.
Other generations
Models with the same engines
These models share engines with this car, so they share some of its faults too.
Audi A3 (8P) 2003–2012Škoda Octavia II 2004–2013Volkswagen Caddy III 2004–2020Ford Mondeo IV 2007–2014Volkswagen Golf V 2003–2008Audi A6 (C6) 2004–2011Audi A4 (B7) 2004–2008Volkswagen Passat B6 2005–2010
Other Mitsubishi models
Mitsubishi Lancer 2007–2017Mitsubishi Pajero 2006–2021Mitsubishi L200 IV 2005–2015Mitsubishi ASX I 2010–2023Mitsubishi Colt 2004–2013
Sources and notes
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles.
Updated 08/10/2026