Is the Mitsubishi Outlander Reliable?
2003–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Mitsubishi Outlander Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 3 | — | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 14 | — | — | 74 | Good |
| 2024 | 0 | 18 | 4 | — | 78 | Good |
| 2023 | 0 | 22 | 1 | — | 89 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 3 | 152 | 3 | — | 69 | Good |
| 2021 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2020 | 2 | 24 | 11 | — | 75 | Good |
| 2019 | 4 | 17 | 4 | — | 73 | Good |
| 2018 | 5 | 37 | 4 | — | 73 | Good |
| 2017 | 5 | 51 | 8 | — | 66 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Outlander Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Outlander scores 7 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known Mitsubishi Outlander Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 338 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?+
The Mitsubishi Outlander scores 75/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 19 recall campaigns and 338 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Outlander is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2023 Outlander achieved the highest reliability score of 89/100 with 0 recalls and 22 complaints.
How many miles does a Outlander last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Mitsubishi Outlander owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Outlander will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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