Mitsubishi Outlander problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 618 owner complaints and 32 recalls on file for the Mitsubishi Outlander (2005–2026). The 2022 Outlander has the most serious complaints, most often about body & structure.

Complaints
618
Recalls
32
Model years
21
Worst year
2022

Complaints by model year

320051172007102200981720111062013101620158926201741232019302162022492620241532026
NHTSA complaints per Mitsubishi Outlander model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Mitsubishi Outlander years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

  1. 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander — 216 complaints, 14 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Body & Structure
  2. 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander — 89 complaints, 2 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Transmission & Drivetrain
  3. 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander — 30 complaints, 5 crashes; top problem: Electrical System
  4. 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander — 49 complaints, 4 crashes; top problem: Electrical System
  5. 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander — 41 complaints, 2 crashes; top problem: Engine

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2009 (2 complaints).

Every Mitsubishi Outlander model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2026 Outlander30001Engine
2025 Outlander152001Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2024 Outlander263031Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2023 Outlander494052Electrical System
2022 Outlander216141107Body & Structure
2020 Outlander305073Electrical System
2019 Outlander233135Brakes
2018 Outlander412056Engine
2017 Outlander261006Electrical System
2016 Outlander892128Transmission & Drivetrain
2015 Outlander161105Transmission & Drivetrain
2014 Outlander101014Transmission & Drivetrain
2013 Outlander60015Engine
2012 Outlander101006Transmission & Drivetrain
2011 Outlander170008Engine
2010 Outlander800010Suspension
2009 Outlander200012Electrical System
2008 Outlander100009Suspension
2007 Outlander171017Suspension
2006 Outlander11001Suspension
2005 Outlander30001Suspension

Most common Mitsubishi Outlander problem areas (all years)

  • Body & Structure
    107 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    101 complaints
  • Electrical System
    93 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    78 complaints
  • Engine
    73 complaints
  • Brakes
    64 complaints
  • Suspension
    53 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    50 complaints
  • Airbags
    43 complaints
  • Steering
    27 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the Mitsubishi Outlander received by NHTSA each month.

Mitsubishi Outlander recalls

  • Recall 26V549000Aug 25, 202667,146 vehiclesModel years 2025–2026

    Risk: A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 26V252000Apr 20, 2026108,046 vehiclesModel years 2014–2020

    Risk: A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 25V507000Aug 7, 2025121,529 vehiclesModel years 2014–2020

    Risk: A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 25V369000Jun 2, 2025198,940 vehiclesModel years 2022–2024

    Risk: A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V345000Jun 6, 202389,907 vehiclesModel years 2022–2023

    Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 22V470000Jul 8, 202256,080 vehiclesModel years 2022

    Risk: An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V335000May 13, 20222,865 vehiclesModel years 2022

    Risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

  • Recall 22V027000Jan 24, 202216,616 vehiclesModel years 2022

    Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V821000Oct 18, 20211 vehiclesModel years 2022

    Risk: In the event of a crash, the reduced strength of the vehicle body may increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 21V596000Aug 2, 20213,735 vehiclesModel years 2022

    Risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

  • Recall 20V741000Nov 30, 202021,758 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: If the parking brake operating shafts bind, the parking brakes may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brakes do not engage properly, the vehicle could rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V403000Jul 13, 2020177,000 vehiclesModel years 2014–2019

    Risk: An unrestrained occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

  • Recall 20V280000May 18, 20203,241 vehiclesModel years 2019–2020

    Risk: An incorrectly assembled seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

  • Recall 20V279000May 18, 2020141,200 vehiclesModel years 2008–2013

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

  • Recall 18V620000Sep 14, 20189,166 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018

    Risk: If the FCM-ECU software activates the brake for longer than necessary, the driver may react by applying additional braking. The resulting rapid deceleration of the vehicle can increase the risk of a rear-end collision.

  • Recall 18V621000Sep 14, 201858,916 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018

    Risk: If the safety systems do not function as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V591000Sep 5, 201814,791 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019

    Risk: The incorrect rim size information on the label can cause the operator to replace the rim with an incorrect rim size, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V071000Jan 26, 201856,641 vehiclesModel years 2007–2010

    Risk: If the sunroof glass detaches from the assembly while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V070000Jan 26, 2018170,354 vehiclesModel years 2014–2016

    Risk: If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V069000Jan 26, 2018141,053 vehiclesModel years 2008–2012

    Risk: If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V609000Sep 29, 2017132,552 vehiclesModel years 2015–2017

    Risk: If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V461000Jul 20, 2017100,082 vehiclesModel years 2007–2013

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

  • Recall 17V233000Apr 6, 201735,674 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: If a door opens while the vehicle is being driven, it can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 16V791000Oct 31, 2016100,082 vehiclesModel years 2007–2013

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

  • Recall 16V563000Jul 28, 201682,436 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

Other Mitsubishi models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology