2026 Mitsubishi OutlanderProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander, most often about the engine. It is covered by 1 safety recall.

2026 Mitsubishi Outlander

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 25, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Bull-Doser, Public domain.

Complaints by system

Where the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander has problems

3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Engine30
Electrical system20
Forward collision avoidance10
Fuel/propulsion system10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

1 recall

2026 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.

24%repaired · 2026 Q3

Back over prevention: software

New

Recall 26V-549 · Aug 25, 2026 · 67,146 vehicles · 16,449 repaired

Risk. A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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

2026 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

2026 Mitsubishi Outlander safety ratings

2026 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SUV MHEV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

2026 Mitsubishi Outlander side barrier test, NHTSA
Side barrier★★★★★
2026 Mitsubishi Outlander side pole test, NHTSA
Side pole★★★★★
  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: Standard
  • Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words

What Outlander owners report

Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

This is the issue I’m having with this vehicle since I purchased it July3,2026 car shuts off in middle of road and car also loss of power in middle of road while still trying to press gas then jerks backfire issue was reported to dealership. Brand new vehicle but keep having issues that’s not being…
Complaint 11758470 · Aug 21, 2026
ENGINE MALFUNCTION SERVICE NOW APPEARED (ERROR) I took the vehicle to the dealership for evaluation. The mechanic checked, reset, and reprogrammed the module. I was instructed to return if the error occurred. It did after driving 5 miles. The mechanic rechecked for possibly having different errors.…
Complaint 11742499 · Jun 6, 2026
Following sustained highway operation and varied elevations in tropical conditions, the vehicle’s Auto Start-Stop system may activate during traffic congestion. In certain instances, the battery warning light illuminates upon engine automatic restart. If the auto start stop is activated once more…
Complaint 11736169 · May 6, 2026

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