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2022 Mitsubishi Outlander

Owner reports · Recalls · Investigations

More warning signs than most Outlander years

Owner complaints for the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander are substantially higher than the model-year median of 47.

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When problems were reported

Mileage at the reported incident

Limited mileage data: 26 of 213 reports include usable mileage. There isn’t enough coverage to show a useful chart.

NHTSA’s mileage field refers to the reported incident, not necessarily the filing date. This shows report counts, not the likelihood of a failure.

What to inspect

Issues worth paying extra attention to based on owner reports.

  • Structure. Review the 75 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Forward Collision Avoidance. Review the 26 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Electrical System. Review the 25 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →

NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.

14 crash reports1 fire reports7 injury reports

What owners actually said

213 reports
Mileage unknown · Jun 23, 2023
StructureVisibility/wiper

Purchase 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander fall of 2021. Took first trip of over 200 miles on Highway. Noticed that speeds of 60 MPH or over, the hood vibrates(badly). Took to local dealership was told Mitsubishi aware of issue, and in the works to correct, and most likely recall to replace hoods. Just took in this week June 2023 to loc…

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Purchase 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander fall of 2021. Took first trip of over 200 miles on Highway. Noticed that speeds of 60 MPH or over, the hood vibrates(badly). Took to local dealership was told Mitsubishi aware of issue, and in the works to correct, and most likely recall to replace hoods. Just took in this week June 2023 to local dealership. Asked again about Hood issue. This time was told Mitsubishi not aware and no fix available or in the works. My concern is I travel a lot on major highways at over 60 MPH. What happens if hood flys up when driving 60 MPH. The hood would fly back break windshield, cause Death or serious accident. And that worries my wife and me. Dealership hasn't done anytime to ease my concerns

NHTSA ODI #11528528

Mileage unknown · Jun 12, 2023
Unknown Or OtherCrash

I WAS IN CRASH IN MARCH SPEED MAYBE 25MPH LADY HIT ME RIGHT CORER PANEL DAMAGEM TIRE BENT ALL KINDS OF STUFF UNDERNEATH LIGHTS MIRROR OUT TOOK 2MONTHS TO REPAIR DUE TO PARTS LIES AFTER DONE AL MOST 15 K IN DAMAGE WHY SUV WORTH NOTHING NOW JUST THINK IF SHE WAS GOING 50 I WOULD NOT BE WRITING THIS LETTER THE SUV IS A …

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I WAS IN CRASH IN MARCH SPEED MAYBE 25MPH LADY HIT ME RIGHT CORER PANEL DAMAGEM TIRE BENT ALL KINDS OF STUFF UNDERNEATH LIGHTS MIRROR OUT TOOK 2MONTHS TO REPAIR DUE TO PARTS LIES AFTER DONE AL MOST 15 K IN DAMAGE WHY SUV WORTH NOTHING NOW JUST THINK IF SHE WAS GOING 50 I WOULD NOT BE WRITING THIS LETTER THE SUV IS A TIN CAN ON WHEELS ANY SUGGESTION TELLME I DONT FEEL SAFE IN THIS SUV

NHTSA ODI #11526651

Mileage unknown · Jun 9, 2023
Tires

P255/45R20 These tires from the date of purchase hydroplane at 45mph or more in mere light rain or a standing small puddle causing me to leave the road until it catches and then sends me the other way. it is very dangerous. I called Bridgestone they said no known issue and there is nothing they can do ref 1398758 spoke to mark. …

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P255/45R20 These tires from the date of purchase hydroplane at 45mph or more in mere light rain or a standing small puddle causing me to leave the road until it catches and then sends me the other way. it is very dangerous. I called Bridgestone they said no known issue and there is nothing they can do ref 1398758 spoke to mark. I contacted the salesperson several times he also agrees this is a known issue with other cars with these same tires, and stated he himself bought one and had to buy a new set of tires right away. This was a brand new car. This should not be happening. I am terrified to drive my car in the rain. Not to mention I can't and never have been able to leave the driveway in any snow or ice. But the rain? I have almost had it towed home several times on the highway during light rain due to being petrified. There is something wrong with the tread or something here

NHTSA ODI #11526165

1,892 miles · Jun 7, 2023
Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The contact owns a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the brake warning light illuminated intermittently. After depressing the accelerator pedal, the warning light turned off. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with the front passenger’s side caliper, and the…

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The contact owns a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the brake warning light illuminated intermittently. After depressing the accelerator pedal, the warning light turned off. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with the front passenger’s side caliper, and the copper washer needing to be replaced. The contact stated that brake fluid was also added. The vehicle was repaired but experienced failure a second time. The contact took the vehicle back to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the front passenger’s side caliper needed to be replaced and brake fluid added. The vehicle was repaired but experienced failure a third time. The contact took the vehicle back to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the ABS hydraulic control unit to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 1,892.

NHTSA ODI #11525771

Mileage unknown · May 31, 2023
Structure

Hood flutters badly when passing oncoming traffic. Specifically trucks. Sometimes it blows up about an inch or more and I fear it will come loose and open eventually.

NHTSA ODI #11524753

Mileage unknown · May 21, 2023
Electrical SystemService BrakesVehicle Speed Control

This car is a lemon. First the hood. Finally got that fixed. Then seat belts & fuel injection piece...got fixed. Then a whole piece fell off and was in my driveway. Took it to dealership & was told no way this was from my car because it was from and old Lancer that isn't made anymore. Then turned out it was in fact uses on my ca…

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This car is a lemon. First the hood. Finally got that fixed. Then seat belts & fuel injection piece...got fixed. Then a whole piece fell off and was in my driveway. Took it to dealership & was told no way this was from my car because it was from and old Lancer that isn't made anymore. Then turned out it was in fact uses on my car. They took awhile but then replaced part. It was something for AC exhaust. Now it's the brake system giving me random mesaages WHILE driving that brake system is out but dealership cant duplicate measage and said my brakes are in "good" shape. What do I do? Wait for them to go out & I get into a serious accident? Also and rear camera going out when I'm reversing. Dealership couldn't duplicate it and said it was fine. Kept happening, I went back & they finally said mitsubishi can't figure it out & I just have to wait. Now the collision system is saying it's not functional and to be aware that it's "off." Now I'm nervous the structure of the top of my car is bad since I read that's another recall and the whole car needs to be replaced. I have had nothing but 1 bad thing after another with this car and it's frustrating. Why can these "off the manufacturer line for these 2022 outlanders" be completely recalled and cars replaced. Many to most of us that bought these cars have children we commute with everyday all day. This isn't safe. Help us all out Mitsubishi! Please!

NHTSA ODI #11523120

Mileage unknown · May 9, 2023
Forward Collision AvoidanceService Brakes

Unexpected Collision Warning and Emergency Braking Application On May 8, 2023 at approximately 5:55pm local time. Traveling southbound on Beneva Road in Sarasota FL at 35 MPH. Closest intersection Parkland Avenue. Two lane southbound configuration. Subject vehicle was in the rightmost lane with a pickup truck in the left sout…

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Unexpected Collision Warning and Emergency Braking Application On May 8, 2023 at approximately 5:55pm local time. Traveling southbound on Beneva Road in Sarasota FL at 35 MPH. Closest intersection Parkland Avenue. Two lane southbound configuration. Subject vehicle was in the rightmost lane with a pickup truck in the left southbound lane. Pickup's rear bumper was adjacent to the front of subject vehicle's front bumper. Pickup was slowly passing subject vehicle. There was also a bicycle on the sidewalk to the west of the subject vehicle. All of the sudden the collision warning alerted and the subject vehicle performed an emergency braking application. Vehicle slowed to about 10 MPH before the emergency braking was released and driver was able to recover car operation.

NHTSA ODI #11521209

38,249 miles · Apr 14, 2023
Electrical SystemForward Collision Avoidance

The contact owns a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated while driving from a complete stop, the vehicle failed to exceed 10 MPH. The battery warning light illuminated, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle operat…

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The contact owns a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated while driving from a complete stop, the vehicle failed to exceed 10 MPH. The battery warning light illuminated, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle operated as needed. The contact was able to drive to his destination; however, the vehicle later failed to restart. The vehicle was jumpstarted and taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed but no issues were found; however, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where the battery was replaced; however, upon replacing the battery, the vehicle remained in LIMP Mode with the Forward Collision Avoidance system being inoperable. Additionally, several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a tech support was assigned to provide remote assistance to the dealer in diagnosing the vehicle; however, the tech support was unable to duplicate the failure. The contact stated that the vehicle had been at the dealer for 71 consecutive days. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 38,249.

NHTSA ODI #11517116

Mileage unknown · Mar 28, 2023
Forward Collision AvoidanceUnknown Or OtherWheels

Nothing but issues with the safety of this vehicle since I purchased it. Hood flutters while driving. Backup camera stops working. Audio stops working. Front end collision sensors constantly say they're blocked and can't function even when the car is clean amd its sunny outside. The dealership says they can't ever reproduce any …

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Nothing but issues with the safety of this vehicle since I purchased it. Hood flutters while driving. Backup camera stops working. Audio stops working. Front end collision sensors constantly say they're blocked and can't function even when the car is clean amd its sunny outside. The dealership says they can't ever reproduce any of the issues when I take it in. They did replace the hood but it still seems to flutter a bit when driving above 50 mph. All 4 tires have severe edgewear and the vehicle doesn't even have 17000 miles on it. I have had nothing but issue after issue with this vehicle since purchasing it in May of 2022.

NHTSA ODI #11514282

Mileage unknown · Mar 18, 2023
SuspensionUnknown Or Other

I have reached out to dealership regarding a noise while turning since my car was bought. They changed parts and noise is still there. I reported this immediatly. REached ot to Mitsubishi Motors also. I expressed to feel unsafe and they said its nothing to worry. I just wanted to get my money back. I have all the paperwork suppo…

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I have reached out to dealership regarding a noise while turning since my car was bought. They changed parts and noise is still there. I reported this immediatly. REached ot to Mitsubishi Motors also. I expressed to feel unsafe and they said its nothing to worry. I just wanted to get my money back. I have all the paperwork supporting my compliant. Filed complaint to BBB ID# 18151167 Filed complaint to TX DMV complaint - 23-0003364 I have done everything I can to be able to get my money back. All the information dates and everything is on my compaints. Emails and pictures. I can forward everything if you provide me an email address.

NHTSA ODI #11512539

Official recalls

7

25V369000 · Back Over Prevention:software

Jun 2, 2025

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 to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: 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.

Remedy: Dealers will update the A-IVI software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 30, 2025. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-25-001. This recall replaces and expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V345. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V345 will need to have the new remedy completed.

23V345000 · Back Over Prevention:display Function

Jun 6, 2023

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 the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence & remedy

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

Remedy: Dealers will update the A-IVI software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2023. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-23-001. This recall was replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V369.

22V470000 · Back Over Prevention:display Function

Jul 8, 2022

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 Visibility."

Consequence & remedy

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

Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 1, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-88-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-003. This recall was replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V369.

22V335000 · Seat Belts:front:retractor; Seat Belts:rear/other:retractor

May 13, 2022

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 child restraint system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence & remedy

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

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-88-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-002.

Additional source detail variants (2)

Seat Belts:rear/other: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 child restraint system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

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

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-88-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-002.

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 child restraint system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

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

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-88-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-002.

22V027000 · Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump

Jan 24, 2022

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.

Consequence & remedy

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

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 18, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-001.

21V821000 · Structure:body:roof And Pillars

Oct 18, 2021

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 Standard (FMVSS) numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages" and 216, "Roof Crush Resistance."

Consequence & remedy

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

Remedy: MMNA will repurchase and replace the affected vehicle, free of charge. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-21-009.

21V596000 · Seat Belts:front:retractor; Seat Belts:rear/other:retractor

Aug 2, 2021

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 with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence & remedy

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

Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the right front seat belt assembly, and the right and left second-row seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 28, 2021. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-21-007.

Additional source detail variants (2)

Seat Belts:rear/other: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 with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

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

Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the right front seat belt assembly, and the right and left second-row seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 28, 2021. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-21-007.

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 with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

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

Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the right front seat belt assembly, and the right and left second-row seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 28, 2021. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-21-007.

Model-level recall history does not show whether a particular VIN is affected or has received a repair. Check a VIN with NHTSA ↗

NHTSA investigations

0

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