Mitsubishi Outlander years to avoid
The Mitsubishi Outlander years to avoid are 2022, 2016, 2007, 2003 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2026 is the cleanest year on record.
1,847
Total complaints
40
Recall campaigns
2003–2026
Years covered
4
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Outlander years to avoid
Every Outlander year
Common questions
What are the worst Mitsubishi Outlander years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the Outlander years to avoid are 2022, 2016, 2007, 2003. The cleanest year on record is 2026.
What is the best year for the Mitsubishi Outlander?
By complaint volume, 2026 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Outlander years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Mitsubishi Outlander have?
Across all model years, the Outlander has 40 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 1,847 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.