2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER

8 recalls, 205 complaints - 233 TSBs - 4/5 safety rating

STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT

Defect Description

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.

Consequence

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

Remedy

MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2026. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-26-001. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will... Read more

108,046 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT

Defect Description

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles sold and/or currently registered in Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, M... Read more

Consequence

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

Remedy

MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-25-002

121,529 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

PARKING BRAKE

Defect Description

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles. The rust prevention coating on the rear brake operating shafts could have been peeled off during the assembly process. As a result, water entering the rear brake caliper boot may cause th... Read more

Consequence

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.

Remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake caliper assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 4, 2021. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-005.

21,758 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

Defect Description

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Outlander and 2018-2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The second-row center seat belt buckle may interfere with the right-side seat belt buckle when the seat backs are folded down. The interference may cause the right-side seat... Read more

Consequence

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

Remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will modify the second-row center seat belt buckle cover, install a new warning label to the second-row seat support base, and provide a new warning label insert for the owner's manual, free of charge. The recall began September 1, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA... Read more

177,000 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

PARKING BRAKE

Defect Description

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Outlander and 2013-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter the rear brake calipers causing the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and possibly bind.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake calipers and replace the parking brake boot and lever or the brake caliper body, as necessary. Dealers will also replace the piston assembly of the rear brake caliper. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is ex... Read more

170,354 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY

Defect Description

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.

Consequence

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

Remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.

132,552 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Defect Description

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles. The inside door latch mechanisms may not latch securely in high temperatures, allowing the doors to open while vehicle is in motion.

Consequence

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

Remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door latches, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-002.

35,674 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Defect Description

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles and 2016 Outlander and Lancer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) that, in certain driving conditions, may cause a delay in the vehicl... Read more

Consequence

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

Remedy

MMNA has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the CVT control unit with modified software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-006.

82,436 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

205 total complaints 19 crashes 4 fires 15 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
POWER TRAIN	44
ENGINE	23
SERVICE BRAKES	16
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	15
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	14
STRUCTURE:BODY	12
EXTERIOR LIGHTING	11
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL	10
AIR BAGS	10
STEERING	7

Incident date: Jul 5, 2026

The car itself should not be sold considering the number of complaints about the transmission issues. I’ve only had the car a month and Its started to stall and jerks when in acceleration. The gears started to not shift properly and the car would not go over 20 miles without jerking. I took the ca... Read more

Incident date: Jul 5, 2026

Incident date: Jan 29, 2026

1: The accelerator was sticking and i could not get the car to stop even when i was pressing on the brakes . Unfortunately, due to this scary event i hit the car in front of me injuring the the gentleman. the vehicle has not been inspected by the insurance as it was a total loss withn damages more t... Read more

Crash 2 injured

Incident date: Oct 7, 2025

The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention camera displayed a distorted image and an upside-down image. In addition, the contact stated that an error message was displayed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechani... Read more

Incident date: Oct 16, 2023

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated that the rearview camera intermittently failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that the camera occasionally displayed a blank or distorted image while the vehicle was in reverse(R). The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Nu... Read more

Incident date: Sep 9, 2025

Frequent Passenger Restraint System Issue

Incident date: Sep 9, 2025

Frequent Passenger Restraint System Issue

Incident date: Sep 9, 2025

Frequent Passenger Restraint System Issue

Incident date: Aug 15, 2024

Fire danger for years in my 2019 jaguar ipace. Unable to solve. Resolution is finally to buy vehicle back, no action 4 months now waiting for action. In addition to 13 months in the shop. This is not prompt as they claim and it continues to be used on public roads, carrying passengers, parking and c... Read more

Incident date: Aug 15, 2024

Incident date: Nov 21, 2024

Toyota sent a letter saying there would be a solution by end of Q3. There isn’t. I asked them for a replacement and they sent me a letter saying no. I do not feel safe driving my car with a safety recall. They also suggested I can get a loaner vehicle but the dealership says there would be some ou... Read more

Incident date: Nov 21, 2024

A shimmy in the steering wheel after hitting an irregularity on the road surface, also whenever I want to turn it does like a Squirrelly is the best way I can put it. On uneven roads, bumps, dips, etc the jeep pulls to one side or the other. Consequently the traction control light comes on and the j... Read more

Incident date: Oct 11, 2024

My car has 105k miles on it. And the check engine light came on. Code was 3rd cyl. Misfire. Changed spark plug and coil pack. Light cane back on the next day. Then the overheat warning comes on. Shut vehicle off to cool. The coolant is now completely empty. Vehicle will not start. Have towed and the... Read more

Incident date: May 15, 2024

The contact owns a 2009 Lexus ES350. The contact stated that the dashboard had become sticky and had started to melt. Over time, the contact stated that glare had started to reflect from the windshield onto the dashboard, obstructing visibility while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken ... Read more

Incident date: Jun 1, 2024

Engine maintenance is required sign when AC is on.

Incident date: Jan 12, 2024

The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle hesitated to respond, causing a stopping distance delay. Additionally, the contact noticed a burning odor. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the... Read more

Incident date: Jan 2, 2024

The ABS and traction control lights keep chiming and flashing. This condition disables the cruise control as well and possibly the 4WD system. Parts aren’t available at this time from the dealership and after doing research, this seems to be a very common problem with the 2017-2018 Ram 2500/3500... Read more

Incident date: Jan 2, 2024

Incident date: Sep 1, 2023

When driving, the steering wheel sticks and is not smooth. When heading in a forward direction at speed, usually higher speed, the steering feels stuck and requires more effort to break free to make small or large adjustments making the driving experience choppy and can be dangerous on curvy roads.... Read more

Incident date: Dec 6, 2023

My cars coolant is leak and I don't know where it goes. It overheats and the coolant continually needs to be added. The coolant cap has cracked twice and its is hard to find a replacement cap and we can't drive the car. I have taken it to two auto repair shops, and they said the issue can NOT be fix... Read more

Incident date: Nov 19, 2023

After radiator was replaced by the dealership, our car has been experiencing coolant leaks that we have “repaired” twice, however the issue keeps coming back within the week. We are also experiencing stalled engine will driving, where the car just slows down instantly or stops.

Incident date: Nov 19, 2023

Incident date: Oct 10, 2023

Left door weld broke. Making a popping noise. The window will not go up or down.

Incident date: Aug 1, 2023

On Monday, August 14th, at approximately 5 pm, my wife and I were traveling in our 2018 Buick Regal towards a red streetlight. I began applying my brakes to come to a stop. I was several car lengths behind a vehicle that was up ahead. My car's engine then revved up and our vehicle kept on going and... Read more

Crash 2 injured

Incident date: Aug 1, 2023

The contact owned a 2020 Chevrolet Spark. The contact stated that the police department informed them that the vehicle caught on fire. The contact stated that the fire may have started under the instrument panel and air bags had deployed. The vehicle was severely burned and only the contact’s vehi... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Jun 20, 2023

Made an attempt to start the vehicle and noticed two messages on the dash as follows 1. "12V battery Voltage Battery Low" 2. "Stop Vehicle and Check Power Supply" Attempted to put the vehicle in drive. The vehicle would not engage in drive mode. Shut the vehicle off and made a second attempt t... Read more

Incident date: May 16, 2023

I purchased the vehicle in May of 2022. Since that time, the vehicle has had all safety systems report as failed on at least 11 different occasions. The vehicle will report "System Failure", ABS Failure, Traction Control Failure, Forward & Rear Collision sensor failures. It was reported to me by the... Read more

Incident date: May 16, 2023

Incident date: May 13, 2023

The car was displaying these messages: Frontal Collision Warning System: Malfunction, Brake intervention not available. Visual and acoustic ⚠️ warnings active. Consult service center. Daytime Pedestrian Warning reduced:Brake intervention not possible, but visual and acoustic warnings are still ... Read more

Incident date: Dec 12, 2022

The factory installed air suspension has failed more times than I can count. It’s has been going on for years mainly during the winter months, but so far this year with the warmer weather it still fails probably at least once or twice a week. This issue puts everyone in danger that is around these... Read more

Incident date: Feb 2, 2023

Brought vehicle into chevy dealership for interior detail because it wasn't available at nearest dodge and went to go pick it up and the truck would not turn on. Car towed to Dodge dealership and they stated that there Module H was an issue and they replaced that and still isn't working and they don... Read more

Incident date: Feb 2, 2023

UNKNOWN While stopping the radio system (which can not be powered off) will change and go to other apps. This causes the driver to take their eyes from the road and hand from the steering wheel to press buttons to get the radio system under control. When the radio does this it often goes to the sett... Read more

Incident date: Jun 23, 2022

A/C Pipe Evaporator refrigerant leaking

Incident date: Mar 29, 2023

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving approximately 75 MPH, the vehicle started to stall and lost motive power. The contact stated that it was like gasoline was not getting to the engine. Additionally, the contact stated that she had been having difficulty shifting th... Read more

Incident date: Mar 24, 2023

The windshield trim (passenger side) was detached and flew off my car, while driving on a highway at 75 mph.

Incident date: Feb 20, 2023

Vehicle stalled and shut completely off then back on. Vehicle shut down during an attempted left turn almost causing deadly collision with oncoming traffic. Vehicle completely a hard break, shut off then back on in the middle of a left turn.

Incident date: Feb 8, 2023

DEATH WOBBLE!! VIOLENT SHAKING OF FRONT SUSPENSION. WHEN TRAVELING HIGHWAY SPEEDS 50- 65 HIT VERY SLIGHT BUMP AND STARTS SLIGHT WOBBLE WHICH THEN INCREASES TO UNCONTROLLABLE VIOLENT SHAKING OF FRONT END. ONLY WAY TO STOP IT IS IMMEDIATE HARD BRAKING TO SLOW TO 45 MPH OR LESS. VERY DANGEROUS WHEN IN ... Read more

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Jan 28, 2023

Incident date: Jul 25, 2022

Car throws itself forward, stalls out on highway

Incident date: Jul 25, 2022

Car throws itself forward, stalls out on highway

Incident date: Jul 25, 2022

Car throws itself forward, stalls out on highway

Incident date: Jul 25, 2022

The car will no longer drive. It would throw itself forward uncontroably right before the transmission failed. Car has less than 50k mileage on it and was working normally previously.

Incident date: Jul 25, 2022

The car will no longer drive. It would throw itself forward uncontroably right before the transmission failed. Car has less than 50k mileage on it and was working normally previously.

Incident date: Sep 26, 2022

The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated upon depression of the accelerator pedal. Over time, the failure worsened as the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was initially taken to an independent mech... Read more

Incident date: Sep 26, 2022

The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that the vehicle hesitated upon depression of the accelerator pedal. Over time, the failure worsened as the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was initially taken to an independent mechanic but was later referred to a... Read more

Incident date: Sep 2, 2022

car go's fast and take off at a hi speed' transmission slips out of gear; and stops' and can't get to go' stop at light car rolls a head' jumps to go and stops and go's slow' and jump's to go

Incident date: Sep 2, 2022

car go's fast and take off at a hi speed' transmission slips out of gear; and stops' and can't get to go' stop at light car rolls a head' jumps to go and stops and go's slow' and jump's to go

Incident date: Sep 2, 2022

car go's fast and take off at a hi speed' transmission slips out of gear; and stops' and can't get to go' stop at light car rolls a head' jumps to go and stops and go's slow' and jump's to go

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER

2016 Mitsubishi Outlander SUV FWD

Category	Rating
Overall Rating	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash, Driver	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash, Passenger	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk	18.5%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	Optional
Lane Departure Warning	Optional

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER

233 manufacturer communications from 120 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	34
350000 EQUIPMENT	22
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	19
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	15
100000 POWER TRAIN	12
220000 SEATS	9
130000 VISIBILITY	8
010000 STEERING	8

100000 POWER TRAIN

Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to diagnose and test drive vehicles exhibiting a shudder or surge condition possibly caused by poor reaction of the hydraulic pressure circuit.

100000 POWER TRAIN

Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides the procedure for diagnostic trouble code and on-vehicle service for belt & pulley assembly on certain CVT models.

010000 STEERING

This Revised Technical Information Notice provides dealers with the requirements needed to be entered into the Photo Required Condition & Pre-Approval Center (PRC) for a vehicle pulling/drifting and/or with steering wheel off-center concern

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more than 1.5 percent of the vehicle's gross veh

160000 STRUCTURE

This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This Technical Service Bulletin provides service manual corrections to the CVT maintenance procedure.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.

020000 SUSPENSION

This Technical Service Bulletin provides correction to the procedures for the Lower Arm Bushing Replacement in the Front Suspension section of the Service Manual.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Technical Service Bulletin contains technical information and troubleshooting for the accessory Remote Engine Start system for affected vehicles.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This Technical Service Bulletin contains technical information and troubleshooting for the accessory Remote Engine Start system for affected vehicles.

220000 SEATS

This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to replace the seat adjuster assembly and power seat harness in affected vehicles with improved countermeasure parts.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers and parts managers about possible causes after a customer complains that the engine will not start while using the remote start system.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers and parts managers about possible causes after a customer complains that the engine will not start while using the remote start system.

020000 SUSPENSION

This TSB provides corrections and additional information for the Front and Rear Suspension inspection procedures. (Service Manual Revision)

021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT

This TSB provides corrections and additional information for the Front and Rear Suspension inspection procedures. (Service Manual Revision)

022000 SUSPENSION:REAR

This TSB provides corrections and additional information for the Front and Rear Suspension inspection procedures. (Service Manual Revision)

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This TSB provides corrections and additional information for the Front and Rear Suspension inspection procedures. (Service Manual Revision)

130000 VISIBILITY

This TSB provides instructions on how to remedy noise heard from the HVAC system (heater, air conditioner, ventilation vents) when the blower motor is turned on.

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

This TSB provides instructions on how to remedy noise heard from the HVAC system (heater, air conditioner, ventilation vents) when the blower motor is turned on.

010000 STEERING

This is a Revised Technical Information Notice advising dealers of the instructions to follow when performing a wheel alignment check and adjustment on an affected vehicle with a customer concern of pulling/drifting and/or steering wheel o

200000 WHEELS

100000 POWER TRAIN

This TSB provides the addition of Diagnostic Procedure for CVT Belt Check for vehicles equipped with CVT type F1CJC and W1CJC. (Service Manual Revision)

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers informing them of updates to the Stoplight Switch Check section, in the Service Brakes portion of the affected Service Manuals.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers informing them of updates to the Stoplight Switch Check section, in the Service Brakes portion of the affected Service Manuals.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers informing them of updates to the Troubleshooting Procedure for the Windshield Wiper in the Exterior portion of the affected Service Manuals.

130000 VISIBILITY

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers informing them of updates to the Troubleshooting Procedure for the Windshield Wiper in the Exterior portion of the affected Service Manuals.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.

222000 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

100000 POWER TRAIN

This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers directing them to diagnose and test drive customer vehicles with F1CJC/W1CJC (CVT-8) transmissions that may exhibit a shudder or surge condition possibly caused by a poor reaction of the h

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers informing them to replace the Power Seat Side Shield and apply felt tape when customers complain the Power Seat Side Shield is coming off while entering/exiting the vehicle.

220000 SEATS

350000 EQUIPMENT

220000 SEATS

This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to apply Nonwoven Fabric Tape between the Seat Back and Urethane Pad when customers report a condition where an abnormal rubbing noise is heard from the Seat Back when a driver and/or passen

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to replace the seat adjuster assembly and power seat harness in affected vehicles with improved countermeasure parts. Due to a change in the reclining motor, the new longer harness and conne

150000 SEAT BELTS

220000 SEATS

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

010000 STEERING

This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing them of the photo requirement for claims when performing a wheel alignment check and adjustment on an affected vehicle with a customer concern of pulling/drifting and/or steeri

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing them Owner Manuals (OM) are now available electronically beginning with Model Year 2015.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing them Owner Manuals (OM) are now available electronically beginning with Model Year 2015.

020000 SUSPENSION

This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers informing them a shock absorber oil leak may result in replacement of absorbers unnecessarily when trace amounts of oil are noted to have adhered to the shock absorber.

020000 SUSPENSION

140000 AIR BAGS

This Advance Technical information Notice was sent to dealers informing them Interim Notification Letters were mailed to customers due parts not being available for Recall SR-20-005.

220000 SEATS

This Technical Service Bulletin was sent informing dealers an abnormal rubbing noise is heard from the Seat Back when a driver and/or passenger is seated in the front seat(s) and instructs dealers to apply Nonwoven Fabric Tape between the S

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This Technical Service Bulletin was sent informing dealers a rattle noise may be heard from the Heat Protector of the Exhaust Manifold and instructs dealers to replace the Heat Protector Assembly with a new part.

350000 EQUIPMENT

150000 SEAT BELTS

This Safety Recall Bulletin provides instructions and procedures for the modification of the second row center seat belt, related labels, inserts, and replacement of the second row right hand side seat belt (if needed). Due to seat arrang

220000 SEATS

150000 SEAT BELTS

Technical Information Notification to Dealerships of SR-20-004 Recall TSB publication.

220000 SEATS

Technical Information Notification to Dealerships of SR-20-004 Recall TSB publication.

150000 SEAT BELTS

This Technical Information Notice was sent informing dealers a recall campaign will be released today due to the seat belt buckle design on the second row seat.

140000 AIR BAGS

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This TSB instructs dealers a condition where the coolant temperature warning light illuminates and a coolant leak is found at the hose connection and to replace the old hose clamp with a countermeasure clamp and to replace the old water hos

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

130000 VISIBILITY

This TSB updates the Interior section of the affected Service Manuals to update the Interior Inside Rear View Mirror replacement procedure.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This TSB updates the Interior section of the affected Service Manuals to update the Interior Inside Rear View Mirror replacement procedure.

130000 VISIBILITY

This TSB updates the Interior section of the affected Service Manuals to update the Interior Inside Rear View Mirror replacement procedure.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This TSB updates the Interior section of the affected Service Manuals to update the Interior Inside Rear View Mirror replacement procedure.

103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

This Technical Service Bulletin supersedes TSB-20-23-001, issued April, 2020, to update the Control Valve part number and MY 2020-2018 Outlander Sports with 2.4L engines.

121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

This Technical Information Notice supersedes TIN-20-54-001, issued May, 2020, to clarify when voltage measurements should be obtained.

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

This Technical Information Notice supersedes TIN-20-54-001, issued May, 2020, to clarify when voltage measurements should be obtained.

114100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

This Technical Information Notice supersedes TIN-20-54-001, issued May, 2020, to clarify when voltage measurements should be obtained.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This TSB instructs dealers how to install a new radiator and add an EPDM sponge which covers the exposed radiator core.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This TSB instructs dealers how to install a new radiator and add an EPDM sponge which covers the exposed radiator core.

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

This TSB instructs dealers how to install a new radiator and add an EPDM sponge which covers the exposed radiator core.

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers requesting assitance measuring voltage from the 12V battery terminals and again at the low beam halogen headlight bulbs for repair validation.

114100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers requesting assitance measuring voltage from the 12V battery terminals and again at the low beam halogen headlight bulbs for repair validation.

121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers requesting assitance measuring voltage from the 12V battery terminals and again at the low beam halogen headlight bulbs for repair validation.

131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

This TSB updates the Body section of the affected Service Manuals to add information (including a Caution) to the windshield Removal and Installation procedure for vehicles equipped with Forward Collision Mitigation System (FCM), Lane Depar

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

270000 LANE DEPARTURE

103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Certain vehicles with F1CJC/W1CJC (CVT-8) transmissions may exhibit a shudder or surge condition possibly caused by poor reaction of the hydraulic pressure circuit. With continued driving under these conditions, the CVT belt may slip repeat

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This bulletin advises that tire chains are NOT approved for use on any 2016 - 2020 Mitsubishi vehicle.

190000 TIRES

This bulletin advises that tire chains are NOT approved for use on any 2016 - 2020 Mitsubishi vehicle.

150000 SEAT BELTS

This is a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) that was sent to dealers to inform them that customers may report that the second row right side seat belt buckle cover has come off, and in some instances, may prevent the second row right side se

170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

160000 STRUCTURE

This is a TSB that was sent to dealers to inform them that due to stress applied intensively onto the left and right rear end portion of the seat cushion by a passenger, the cushion may sink down and rub against the edges of the metal seat

220000 SEATS

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

221600 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

This is a revised Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) that was sent to dealers, to inform them that this TSB supersedes TSB-17-52A-003, to add Outlander PHEV and additional model years for Outlander and Outlander Sport, and to update parts and

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers, to provide instructions for handling customer complaint of abnormal noise from the rear shock absorber.

022400 SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER

This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers, to provide instructions for handling customer complaint of abnormal noise from the rear shock absorber.

034500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC

This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers, to inform them that this TSB supersedes TSB-19-35-002, issued January 2019, to update symptoms in the Purpose section, and to remove Outlander PHEV from the Affected Vehicles.

102400 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:LUBRICANT

This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers, informing them of updates to the Automatic Transaxle section of the affected Service Manuals, to correct the transmission fluid for CVT in the lubricants table.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Engine Section of the affected Service Manuals, to revise the oil pan and timing chain case removal and installation procedure.

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MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER across all model years (2003, 2024).

122 Total Recalls

1,868 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

171 Reported Crashes

26 Reported Fires

0 Reported Deaths

MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2026	0	6	View
2025	0	20	View
2024	1	45	View
2023	2	71	View
2022	7	313	View
2020	3	45	View
2019	5	46	View
2018	6	80	View
2017	6	81	View
2016 (current)	8	205
2015	5	79	View
2014	4	58	View
2013	5	34	View
2012	6	34	View
2011	8	88	View
2010	10	76	View
2009	13	61	View
2008	12	80	View
2007	9	175	View
2006	1	25	View
2005	1	24	View
2004	4	73	View
2003	6	149	View

Other MITSUBISHI Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
OUTLANDER PHEV	157	36	View
ECLIPSE	131	2,788	View
OUTLANDER SPORT	91	719	View
LANCER	69	1,136	View
GALANT	65	2,435	View
MIRAGE	53	941	View
MONTERO	47	994	View
ECLIPSE SPYDER	34	285	View

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