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2016 MITSUBISHI Outlander

8 recalls Risk Grade: A- Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #20V741000 Plain English
Component

PARKING BRAKE

Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
What Happened
There's a problem with the rust prevention coating on the parking brake shafts in your 2016 Outlander or Outlander Sport. This coating might have been damaged during assembly, allowing water to get in and cause the shafts to corrode.
Risk if Unfixed
If the parking brake shafts corrode, they could bind, making it hard for the parking brake to work properly. This means your car could roll away, which increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Don't worry, this is free! The dealership will replace the entire rear brake caliper assembly for you, and they'll do it at no cost to you. You've already been notified by mail with a letter dated May 4, 2021.
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Original — What Happened
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles. The rust prevention coating on the rear brake operating shafts could have been peeled off during the assembly process. As a result, water entering the rear brake caliper boot may cause the parking brake operating shafts to corrode and possibly bind.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the parking brake operating shafts bind, the parking brakes may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brakes do not engage properly, the vehicle could rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake caliper assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 4, 2021. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-005.
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Critical #18V070000 Plain English
Component

PARKING BRAKE

Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
What Happened
The parking brake in your Outlander or Outlander Sport is a crucial safety feature that helps hold your vehicle in place when parked. Water can get into the rear brake system and cause the parking brake's metal parts to corrode and bind.
Risk if Unfixed
If the parking brake gets stuck, it might not work properly, and your vehicle could roll away on a slope. This could lead to a collision, especially on hills or uneven terrain.
Free Fix
Your Mitsubishi dealer will inspect the brake system and replace any rusty or faulty parts, including the parking brake boot, lever, and caliper. These repairs are completely free, and you should schedule an appointment as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Outlander and 2013-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter the rear brake calipers causing the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and possibly bind.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake calipers and replace the parking brake boot and lever or the brake caliper body, as necessary. Dealers will also replace the piston assembly of the rear brake caliper. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-002.
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Critical #16V563000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle's computer system that controls the automatic transmission may need to be updated to prevent a delay in acceleration, which can happen in certain driving conditions.
Risk if Unfixed
If this issue isn't fixed, you could experience a hesitation when accelerating, which increases the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
A software update will be performed on your CVT control unit, completely free of charge, to ensure your vehicle accelerates smoothly and safely. The update will be done at a dealership, and you'll be notified when it's ready.
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Original — What Happened
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles and 2016 Outlander and Lancer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) that, in certain driving conditions, may cause a delay in the vehicle accelerating.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
MMNA has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the CVT control unit with modified software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-006.
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High Priority #20V403000 Plain English
Component

SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
What Happened
The second-row center seat belt buckle in your Outlander helps keep passengers safe in the backseat. In certain 2014-2019 models, this buckle can get in the way of the right-side buckle when you fold down the seats, causing the cover to come loose and the buckle to fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the right-side seat belt buckle doesn't work, a passenger in the backseat could be at risk of serious injury if the vehicle crashes or stops suddenly.
Free Fix
Your Mitsubishi dealer will adjust the buckle cover, add a warning label to the seat base, and include a new warning label in your owner's manual, all at no cost to you. Just wait for the recall notice and schedule the fix.
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Original — What Happened
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Outlander and 2018-2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The second-row center seat belt buckle may interfere with the right-side seat belt buckle when the seat backs are folded down. The interference may cause the right-side seat belt buckle cover to come off, making the buckle latch inoperable and unable to restrain an occupant.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An unrestrained occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Original — Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will modify the second-row center seat belt buckle cover, install a new warning label to the second-row seat support base, and provide a new warning label insert for the owner's manual, free of charge. The recall began September 1, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-20-004.
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Moderate #17V609000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY

Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
What Happened
The starter relay in your Outlander, Lancer, or Lancer Evolution is a critical electrical component that helps your engine start and run. In some 2015-2017 models, this relay might not work properly, causing engine problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the relay fails, your engine could stall completely, leaving you stranded or even entering a crash situation, especially on the highway.
Free Fix
Your Mitsubishi dealer will replace the faulty relay with a new one at no cost to you. They'll do the repair for free, so it's a good idea to schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Under Review #26V252000 Plain English
Component

STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT

Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
What Happened
The liftgate gas spring in your Outlander is a metal rod that helps hold up the hatchback when you open it. Over time, the metal can corrode and lose pressure, causing it to break or the liftgate to fall unexpectedly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the gas spring breaks or the liftgate falls, it can suddenly drop down and hit you or someone nearby, causing injury.
Free Fix
Your Mitsubishi dealer will replace the liftgate gas springs on the left and right sides for free. You'll get a letter with instructions to schedule the repair, and you should do so as soon as you receive it – it's completely free.
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Original — What Happened
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 17, 2026. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-26-001. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov June 3, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V507.
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Under Review #25V507000 Plain English
Component

STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT

Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
What Happened
The liftgate strut in your Outlander is a metal rod that helps hold the liftgate open. Over time, it can corrode and lose its hold, causing the liftgate to fall unexpectedly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the strut fails, the liftgate could drop suddenly and hit you, or someone nearby, which could cause serious injury.
Free Fix
Your Mitsubishi dealer will replace both the left and right liftgate struts with new, rust-resistant ones, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles sold and/or currently registered in Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-25-002
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Under Review #17V233000 Plain English
Component

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle's inside door latch mechanisms might not work properly in hot weather, causing the doors to open unexpectedly while driving.
Risk if Unfixed
If a door opens while you're driving, it could lead to a higher risk of injury, which is a serious concern.
Free Fix
Don't worry, this is a free fix! Your local dealership will replace the door latches at no cost to you, and they'll notify you when it's time to bring your vehicle in.
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Original — What Happened
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles. The inside door latch mechanisms may not latch securely in high temperatures, allowing the doors to open while vehicle is in motion.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If a door opens while the vehicle is being driven, it can increase the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door latches, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-002.
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Browse by Component

PARKING BRAKE
2 recalls
STRUCTURE
2 recalls
POWER TRAIN
1 recall
SEAT BELTS
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
1 recall

Other MITSUBISHI Outlander Years

2019
5 recalls
2018
6 recalls
2017
6 recalls
2015
5 recalls
2014
4 recalls
2013
5 recalls
2012
6 recalls
2011
8 recalls
2010
10 recalls
2009
13 recalls
2008
12 recalls
2007
9 recalls
2006
1 recall
2005
1 recall
2004
4 recalls
2003
6 recalls

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