repaired · 2026 Q3
Hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut
NewRisk. A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
2018 Mitsubishi OutlanderProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 58 owner complaints about the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander, most often about the engine. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-507 the manufacturer reports only 23% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 11, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Bull-Doser, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander has problems
58 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
12Engine
10Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
10Air bags5 crash/fire/injury
8Structure1 crash/fire/injury
6Exterior lighting1 crash/fire/injury
4Service brakes
3Wheels
3Electronic stability control (ESC)
3Power train
1813 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 12 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 10 | 1 |
| Air bags | 10 | 5 |
| Structure | 8 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 6 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 2 |
| Wheels | 3 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 3 | 2 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| 13 other systems | 18 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2018 Mitsubishi Outlander recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut
Risk. A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Rear/other: buckle assembly
Risk. An unrestrained occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q1
Electrical system: software
Risk. If the FCM-ECU software activates the brake for longer than necessary, the driver may react by applying additional braking.
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repaired · 2020 Q1
Electrical system: software
Risk. If the safety systems do not function as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Other: labels
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.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mitsubishi.
Best & worst years
2018 vs. every other Outlander year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Outlander median. How we score
'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2018 Mitsubishi Outlander safety ratings
2018 Mitsubishi Outlander SUV FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★Overall rating
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (18.5% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What Outlander owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Driving down the road and the engine shuts off. Yes its available upon request. I have reported it to my mechanic. The safety is me and others as this has happened 3 times in the past 2 weeks in the middle of traffic. My mechanic has been the only one to look at the car and doesnt know what is…
1. On hot/warm days when I start my vehicle it will run then die and give me the code for Mass air sensor which I replaced but it keeps doing it; the check engine will stay on for a while then turn off until it does it again. 2. When driving and I go over a speed bump the suspension grinds or does…
Car will drive on interstate then will be unable to accelerate on interstate warning, “Propulsion power reduced” light turns on and vehicle speed decreases and car does not accelerates and loses speed. I had to stop vehicle multiple times to reset the car per advice on the internet but car…
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