NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 3 owner complaints for the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander. Most complaints involve engine (3) and electrical system (2). The EPA rates it 27–28 mpg combined.
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Outlander and 2026 Outlander PHEV vehicles. Due to improper software programming, the Alliance In-Vehicle Infotainment (A-IVI) system may fail to display the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Complaints for each Outlander model year we’ve synced.
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 129 |
| 2004 | 52 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2007 | 125 |
| 2008 | 58 |
| 2009 | 46 |
| 2010 | 60 |
| 2011 | 88 |
| 2012 | 36 |
| 2013 | 68 |
| 2014 | 45 |
| 2015 | 238 |
| 2016 | 171 |
| 2017 | 51 |
| 2018 | 57 |
| 2019 | 29 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2022 | 219 |
| 2023 | 50 |
| 2024 | 26 |
| 2025 | 16 |
| 2026 | 3 |
“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 reported”
“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. I was instructed that it was okay to drive with the errors. Unfortunately, after coming to a stop, I was unable to accelerate! I was on a major road and I was unable to move off to the side of the road. The vehicle in this state is life-threatening. (A tanker truck thankfully was able to stop!) I was able to limp to the dealer where I purchased the vehicle. NOTE: This has been a well-documented issue (Check OUTLANDER FORUM). My 2024 Outlander briefly had the errors, but they cleared themselves. I feel this needs expedited to severe, requiring a mandated software update before a life is lost! This error inhibits frontal collision sensors!”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outlander 2WD Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 31 | 28 | $2,200 | 314 |
| Outlander 4WD Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive | 26 | 30 | 27 | $2,300 | 329 |
| Outlander PHEV Auto (A1), 4 cyl, 2.4 L · All-Wheel Drive | 27 | 27 | 27 | $2,300 | 97 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
1 safety recall as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine (3), electrical system (2), forward collision avoidance (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander at 27–28 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).