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2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

1

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2022 compare to other Outlander Phev years?

Outlander Phev NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted30 complaints2018: 30 complaints2019: 1 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 1 complaints2023: 1 complaints2024: 0 complaints2025: 3 complaints
Outlander Phev NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev problems?

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Driver Assistance1100%

Does the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V252000Body & StructureApril 20, 2026 · 108,046 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were 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.

25V507000Body & StructureAugust 7, 2025 · 121,529 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.

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

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact owns a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. The contact stated while reversing, he noticed that the rear camera lighting was very dim. The dealer was contacted and informed of the failure but offered no assistance. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure but offered no…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · May 28, 2022

2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev — common questions

Is the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Mitsubishi Outlander Phev years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Outlander Phev years to avoid are 2018. The cleanest record among Outlander Phev years belongs to 2024.

How safe is the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.