Mitsubishi Outlander years to avoid and best years
Newer Mitsubishi Outlander years have more owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2022 has the most complaints per year, at 57 (215 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2012 at 2 (from 36 complaints), 2020 at 3 (from 31 complaints), and 2013 at 3 (from 68 complaints). The Mitsubishi Outlander 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet. On the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander, 58 of 215 complaints name Structure.
Data as of .
2012
2020
2013
2025–26
Mitsubishi Outlander reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Mitsubishi Outlander. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Too early | 0 | 0 | 1 | — | 26.6 |
| 2025 → Too early | 8 | 15 | 1 | Forward collision avoidance | 26 |
| 2024 → | 9 | 26 | 1 | Electrical system | 26.2 |
| 2023 → | 11 | 47 | 2 | Back-over prevention | 26 |
| 2022 → Most | 57 | 215 | 7 | Structure | 26 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 25.8 |
| 2020 → Fewest | 3 | 31 | 3 | Electrical system | 25.4 |
| 2019 → | 4 | 29 | 5 | Air bags | 25.3 |
| 2018 → | 7 | 57 | 6 | Air bags | 25.3 |
| 2017 → | 8 | 51 | 6 | Service brakes | 25.4 |
| 2016 → | 16 | 171 | 8 | Powertrain | 25.3 |
| 2015 → | 23 | 234 | 5 | Powertrain | 25.8 |
| 2014 → | 7 | 45 | 4 | Air bags | 25.7 |
| 2013 → Fewest | 3 | 68 | 5 | Air bags | 24.4 |
| 2012 → Fewest | 2 | 36 | 6 | Air bags | 24.3 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- SUV
- Oil
- 0W-20 (common four-cylinder; ~4.9 qt with filter—confirm V6 in the owner's manual) · 4.9 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 225/55R18
Known issues for this generation
Recall 18V070000 covers certain 2014-2016 Outlander vehicles (with Outlander Sport on the same campaign) where water may enter the rear brake calipers so parking-brake actuator shafts corrode and bind; dealers inspect and replace boots, levers, caliper bodies, and piston assemblies as needed. Recall 20V403000 covers certain 2014-2019 Outlander vehicles where the second-row center seat-belt buckle may interfere with the right-side buckle; dealers modify the cover and add warning labels. Shared unit counts apply when other Mitsubishi models are listed.
- Body styles
- SUV
- Oil
- 0W-20 (~5.4 qt with filter on common US four-cylinder fills) · 5.4 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 235/60R18 or 255/45R20 (trim dependent)
Known issues for this generation
Recall 23V345000 covers certain 2022-2023 Outlander and 2023 Outlander PHEV vehicles (89,907 units across those nameplates) where A-IVI software may prevent the backup-camera image from appearing. Dealers update the A-IVI software. Recall 25V369000 covers certain 2022-2024 Outlander and 2023-2025 Outlander PHEV vehicles for a related in-vehicle infotainment software error; dealers update software.
Frequently asked questions
Which Mitsubishi Outlander years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2012 at 2 (from 36 complaints), 2020 at 3 (from 31 complaints), and 2013 at 3 (from 68 complaints).
Which Mitsubishi Outlander year has the most owner complaints?
2022 has the most complaints per year, at 57 (215 complaints). On the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander, 58 of 215 complaints name Structure.
How do Mitsubishi Outlander owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Mitsubishi Outlander years have more owner complaints per year than the older ones.
Which Mitsubishi Outlander years are too early to compare?
The Mitsubishi Outlander 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet.
What generation is the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Fourth generation (2022-on).
What oil does a Mitsubishi Outlander take?
US notes list 0W-20 for the common four-cylinder engines; confirm V6 grades in the owner's manual when equipped.
What tire size does a Mitsubishi Outlander commonly use?
Third-generation US pages often list 225/55R18; fourth-generation trims use 235/60R18 or 255/45R20.