repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
NewRisk. A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2025 Mitsubishi OutlanderProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 16 owner complaints about the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander, most often about the forward collision avoidance. It is covered by 1 safety recall.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 30, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander has problems
16 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
3Fuel/propulsion system
3Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
2Seat belts
2Vehicle speed control1 crash/fire/injury
1Tires
1Power train
1Back over prevention
1Engine
33 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 1 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| 3 other systems | 3 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2025 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.
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
2025 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
2025 Mitsubishi Outlander safety ratings
2025 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (17.9% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Outlander owners report
Recent forward collision avoidance complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
When driving with the adaptive cruise control on, the cruise will shut off without notice at random times. The forward collision warning light then comes on. After driving for some time the light will go out and the adaptive cruise will work again. This repeats many times on a trip randomly. This…
David the Mitsubishi technician drove with me today and witnessed the issues with the adaptive cruise control system. 1. Slow to gain speed on resume in any situation. 2. Car slamming on brakes when sensing a car at a red light, when a car leaves the lane that I am in and there is a stopped car at…
I had the car for less than a month. It had about 850 miles on it. I was driving on a flat service going between 25-30 mph. I was NOT using the Adaptive Cruise Control. Without any warning, the car suddenly accelerated and I immediately felt like I had no control. I do not know how fast the car was…
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