Mitsubishi Outlander recalls and complaints by year
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Mitsubishi Outlander, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Mitsubishi Outlander, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 2003–2025 with 116 recall campaigns and 1745 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 2009 (13), 2008 (13), and 2010 (10).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 2022 (291), 2016 (201), and 2007 (171).
- Top recall themes: Other, Seats and restraints, and Brakes.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Power train, Suspension, Electrical system.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Other
7 campaigns · Years: 2003–2004, 2017–2018, 2022–2024These campaigns do not fit a single dominant theme, or the component taxonomy is broad.
Seats and restraints
6 campaigns · Years: 2007–2008, 2014–2020, 2022These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
Brakes
5 campaigns · Years: 2007–2009, 2014–2016These campaigns relate to braking system components that can affect stopping performance or warning behavior.
Visibility and lighting
5 campaigns · Years: 2004, 2007–2013These campaigns relate to lighting, glass, or visibility components (lamps, wipers, and related systems).
Electrical
3 campaigns · Years: 2003, 2009–2010, 2015–2017These campaigns relate to wiring or electrical components that can cause warning lights, loss of function, or fire risk in some cases.
Equipment and labeling
3 campaigns · Years: 2003–2004, 2018–2019These campaigns relate to equipment compliance, labeling, or tires.
Structure
3 campaigns · Years: 2008–2020, 2022These campaigns relate to structural components such as frame/body parts that can affect crash protection or integrity.
Engine and cooling
2 campaigns · Years: 2008–2012These campaigns relate to engine or cooling components where failures can lead to stalling or overheating risk.
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Mitsubishi Outlander in NHTSA complaint data are Power train, Suspension, Electrical system.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 0 | 10 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Air bags, Engine. |
| 2024 | 1 | 18 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Power train, Steering. |
| 2023 | 2 | 52 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Air bags, Engine. |
| 2022 | 7 | 291 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Structure:body, Electrical system, Forward collision avoidance: warnings. |
| 2020 | 2 | 36 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Air bags, Forward collision avoidance: warnings. |
| 2019 | 4 | 42 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, Electrical system, Air bags. |
| 2018 | 5 | 74 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Air bags, Electrical system. |
| 2017 | 5 | 75 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, Electrical system, Air bags. |
| 2016 | 7 | 201 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Engine, Service brakes. |
| 2015 | 4 | 79 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Engine, Vehicle speed control. |
| 2014 | 3 | 58 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Seat belts, Power train. |
| 2013 | 5 | 34 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Visibility/wiper, Engine, Power train. |
| 2012 | 6 | 34 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Visibility/wiper, Engine. |
| 2011 | 8 | 87 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Electrical system, Visibility/wiper. |
| 2010 | 10 | 76 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Electrical system, Engine and engine cooling. |
| 2009 | 13 | 60 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Exterior lighting, Power train, Suspension. |
| 2008 | 13 | 77 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Exterior lighting, Suspension, Electrical system. |
| 2007 | 9 | 171 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Suspension, Visibility/wiper, Structure:body. |
| 2006 | 1 | 24 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Exterior lighting, Suspension, Electrical system. |
| 2005 | 1 | 24 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Suspension, Power train, Structure:body. |
| 2004 | 4 | 73 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Suspension, Structure:body, Steering. |
| 2003 | 6 | 149 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Suspension, Exterior lighting, Steering. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Visibility , Structure and Suspension
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
Recall Explained provides independent analysis of official NHTSA data. This site does not replace the official NHTSA VIN lookup and should not be treated as legal or safety advice for your specific vehicle.
For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.