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SUVs Mitsubishi Outlander Why NOT to buy a 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS
127 messages, Last post on Nov 28, 2008 at 3:26 PM
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BUYERS BEWARE! I used to be a Honda owner but one month ago I decided to buy a 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS with Navigation and Sun and Sound Package (i.e. top of the line). I could not be more disappointed in this vehicle. After one month it already has the rattles and wind noise you would expect from a vehicle after a couple of years. Adding insult to injury, the vehicle's 2007 navigation package comes with software from mid 2005. A new update for the map database will not be available for another 15 months thereby keeping you driving through 2009 with 2005 map software! (yes, not a typo, I said 2009!) Of course, this wasn't disclosed to me by the dealership. This fact has been confirmed with the Navigation manufacturer (NAVTEQ) and Mitsubishi Corporate. Mitsubishi Corporate pretty much said "you'll have to take that up with the dealership. That is not our issue.". What a company! Spend the couple of extra bucks and go with a Toyota RAV4 or a Honda CRV - I wish I did!
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Replying to: djbderwood (May 07, 2007 6:22 am)
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Replying to: djbderwood (May 07, 2007 6:22 am) I could not be more disappointed in this vehicle. As a rule of thumb, things could always be worse.  tidester, host SUVs and Smart Shopper
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Replying to: gene_v (May 07, 2007 6:29 am) |
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Replying to: tidester (May 07, 2007 7:47 am) |
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Replying to: djbderwood (May 07, 2007 6:22 am) |
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Replying to: djbderwood (May 07, 2007 6:22 am) Once I came back from a long drive and once back, I decided not to take it again. Then I got some weatherstripping from a local autozone and put it next/around the door seals. It reduced the wind noise to some extend, still it is not good. And it is not good looking also. anyway, i am going to take it to the dealer and ask him to do a better and clean weatherstripping. If it does not satisfy me, I am going to look at the option for Lemon Law. any suggestions? |
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Replying to: disappointed12 (May 07, 2007 10:27 am) |
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Replying to: djbderwood (May 07, 2007 6:22 am) My Nav has functioned perfectly from the start. Quick and accurate information for me. I haven't found any need for a software update yet. |
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Replying to: disappointed12 (May 07, 2007 10:27 am) You keep coming back with the same questions over and over. I think you already know, but let me say it again: 1. SUV are more noisy on windy days on highway speeds than more aerodynamic cars, because of their shape, bigger mirrors and roof racks 2. No, there is no fix for it just turn your radio back on and enjoy the ride 3. Starting multiple treads on the problem still won't help 4. Trade it in, like you were planning months ago, there is no Lemon Law for tire, road, wind noise, uncomfortable seats, too small cup holders or not bright enough map light. "If anyone, anyone has any suggestions or fixes for this problem, please let me know. Else sooner or later, I will have to cut my loses and trade-in for something else." Just do it.
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