Is the 2019 MITSUBISHI Outlander safe to drive?

The 2019 MITSUBISHI Outlander has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

What is the STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT recall for the 2019 MITSUBISHI Outlander? (Campaign #26V252000)

The gas spring cylinders in your vehicle's liftgate help hold it open. Over time, they can corrode and weaken, which can cause a serious safety issue. If the gas spring cylinders fail, the liftgate could drop suddenly, causing injury to you or others nearby. Your Mitsubishi dealer will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs with new, corrosion-resistant ones at no cost to you. You'll receive a notice on June 17, 2026, and you should schedule the repair as soon as possible.

NHTSA Campaign 26V252000 Recall Details

Component

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

What Happened

The gas spring cylinders in your vehicle's liftgate help hold it open. Over time, they can corrode and weaken, which can cause a serious safety issue.

Risk if Unfixed

If the gas spring cylinders fail, the liftgate could drop suddenly, causing injury to you or others nearby.

Free Fix

Your Mitsubishi dealer will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs with new, corrosion-resistant ones at no cost to you. You'll receive a notice on June 17, 2026, and you should schedule the repair as soon as possible.

Campaign 26V252000

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

Affected Vehicles