2022 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER

294 complaints filed with NHTSA.

294
Complaints
23
Crashes
1
Fires
11
Injuries
0
Deaths

NHTSA Safety Rating

Not Rated/5
Overall
Not Rated/5
Front Crash
Not Rated/5
Side Crash
Not Rated/5
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Complaints by Component

ComponentCount
STRUCTURE:BODY65
UNKNOWN OR OTHER36
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM21
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS18
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM15
ENGINE12
SUSPENSION12
SERVICE BRAKES12
WHEELS10
STEERING9
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING8
AIR BAGS8
VISIBILITY/WIPER6
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE6
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS6

Recalls (7)

22V02700024/01/2022

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022 Outlander vehicles. The commutator and wires inside the fuel pump may be fused incorrectly, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.

21V82100018/10/2021

STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling one 2022 Outlander vehicle. A software programming error with a welding robot may have caused the vehicle's center pillar to be welded incorrectly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety

22V33500013/05/2022

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022 Outlander vehicles. The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) in the right front, second-row right, and second-row left seat belt assemblies may deactivate before the seat belts are fully retracted, which can result in an unsecured

22V47000008/07/2022

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022 Outlander vehicles. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibili

23V34500006/06/2023

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Outlander and 2023 Outlander PHEV vehicles. Due to a software error in the in-vehicle infotainment system (A-IVI), the backup camera rearview image may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with

21V59600002/08/2021

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022 Outlander vehicles. The front and second-row passenger seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply wit

25V36900002/06/2025

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Outlander and 2023-2025 Outlander PHEV vehicles. Due to a software error in the in-vehicle infotainment system (A-IVI), the rearview camera image may freeze, or not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail t

Recent Complaints

20260107FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

The contact owns a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that upon testing the battery, it was determined that the battery was not the cause of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V027000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was contacted, but the contact was unable to speak to a

Mileage: 65,665

20260107ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The contact owns a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that upon testing the battery, it was determined that the battery was not the cause of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V027000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was contacted, but the contact was unable to speak to a

Mileage: 65,665

20251228STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD

This model of vehicle (2022) has a known hood flutter that cannot be repaired. It's possible the hood latch could fail and the hood will fly up/open while the vehicle is in motion. My vehicle registration acknowledges a recall but it is not for the hood flutter. I've done research and it is identified on the internet that dealerships know this hood issue exist.

20251020EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

The contact owns a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the contact noticed that the infotainment system was displaying a blank and darkened screen. No warning light was illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the infotainment system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The approx

Mileage: 58,785

20250930SERVICE BRAKES

Excess play with front axles, manufacture defect improperly torqued axles, under or no grease for axles. Loud clunk noise when braking, rotors and brakes were replaced noise still exists, dealership claims it was the rotors and brakes from harsh driving which is false. Issues with axle, premature wear of front and rear rotors and brakes caused by front axles and suspension failure & defects dealership is refusing to honor warranty.

20250930WHEELS

Excess play with front axles, manufacture defect improperly torqued axles, under or no grease for axles. Loud clunk noise when braking, rotors and brakes were replaced noise still exists, dealership claims it was the rotors and brakes from harsh driving which is false. Issues with axle, premature wear of front and rear rotors and brakes caused by front axles and suspension failure & defects dealership is refusing to honor warranty.

20250930SUSPENSION

Excess play with front axles, manufacture defect improperly torqued axles, under or no grease for axles. Loud clunk noise when braking, rotors and brakes were replaced noise still exists, dealership claims it was the rotors and brakes from harsh driving which is false. Issues with axle, premature wear of front and rear rotors and brakes caused by front axles and suspension failure & defects dealership is refusing to honor warranty.

20250915ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The contact owns a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at undisclosed speeds, the Collision Mitigation warning light had unintentionally illuminated. The contact added that the vehicle was typically parked inside the garage. The vehicle was taken to a dealer five times, and the contact expressed concerns about the collision warning light being inadvertently illuminated. The contact stated that after receiving the vehicle, the warning light disapp

20250905POWER TRAIN

After an afternoon driving in the rain most of the previous day my vehicle started to produce a clunking noise from the rear and front of the vehicle. I was able to stop at my mechanic near by and have them check the problem. My mechanic was able to diagnose the issue as a rear end differential coupler issue and said a bulletin had been posted about the issue. He was unable to work on the problem due to the specific equipment needed for the vehicle. I was able to call the closest dealership wher

20250828BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

The hood vibrates. It looks as if the hood is popped, but not actually unlatched. I had the update done on my backup camera, and now it's starting to glitch with lines that go across the whole screen. It reminds me of regular Nintendo in the '90s glitching out. And having to restart the whole system.

20250825FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

The contact owns a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds in stop-and-go traffic, the vehicle ahead unexpectedly came to a complete stop. The contact was able to stop in time to avoid a crash. Afterward, the contact became concerned because the Forward Collision Avoidance system failed to activate. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The contact was informed that the system was re

20250813CrashELECTRICAL SYSTEM

I was backing out of my driveway and my camera froze and I ran into a truck that was parked behind my car. The form would not let me continue until I checked the air bags box. But I do not know if that pertains to this situation

20250813CrashBACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING

I was backing out of my driveway and my camera froze and I ran into a truck that was parked behind my car. The form would not let me continue until I checked the air bags box. But I do not know if that pertains to this situation

20250807ENGINE

I have a coolant leak with my EGR cooler. The part is on back order for 90 days. Clearly the EGR cooler is being replaced on these cars on a regular so there must be a defect if I can’t get my vehicle fixed for 90 days or more

20250807UNKNOWN OR OTHER

I have a coolant leak with my EGR cooler. The part is on back order for 90 days. Clearly the EGR cooler is being replaced on these cars on a regular so there must be a defect if I can’t get my vehicle fixed for 90 days or more

20250727ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

My key fog plus my emergency key fog aren't connecting or linked to my car. Even after I changed the batteries. Twice. I'm not able to unlock my door or turn on my car. I was out of town and locked my keys in the car. I wasn't able to unlock it even with the my mitsubishi connect smartphone link. I called customer service and they weren't able to unlock it as well. So I had to get roadside assistant.I was stranded in the middle of nowhere. Hours away from home on a sunday and all dealerships wer

20250716ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Total camera failure. Dealer tried to repair with the software update that is still showing as an open recall with my vehicle. Dealer states repair is a module, PN: 8638A551. Dealer charged $129 diagnostic fee. Part and labor quote over $1400.

20250620CrashAIR BAGS

Driver side airbag deployed with over power at the time of low speed front collision with flying from opposite direction of the parkway car wheel. Caused neck and back spinal cord disc herniation, damaged shoulder, torn muscle, concussion. Still going for PT every day for over a year. Car taken by insurance - total loss.

20250609BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Cameras fail to work with the camera button or when vehicle is in reverse which causes the sensors not to work either. Therefore you cannot see if you are too close to something and the sensors dont go off to notify you that you are close too close to an object. Huge safety concerns

20250603POWER TRAIN

Engine malfunctions. powered reduced when trying to turn from a dead stop. Flutters. Doesn't accelerate. Just sounds like its grinding. Plus premature brake wear.