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 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | 0 | 9 | — | — | 91 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 0 | 10 | 4 | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 1 | 18 | 1 | — | 77 | Good |
| 2022 | 3 | 140 | 1 | — | 55 | Fair |
| 2021 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2020 | 0 | 24 | 11 | — | 71 | Good |
| 2019 | 2 | 17 | 4 | — | 71 | Good |
| 2018 | 4 | 37 | 4 | — | 48 | Fair |
| 2017 | 4 | 51 | 8 | — | 46 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Outlander Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Outlander scores exactly at the suv average.
Known Mitsubishi Outlander Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 306 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?+
The Mitsubishi Outlander scores 68/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 14 recall campaigns and 306 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Outlander is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2025 Outlander achieved the highest reliability score of 91/100 with 0 recalls and 9 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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