2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Problems
Compared with other Mitsubishi Outlander years
Too new to compare
- Model years are compared once their first three years of complaints are in; the 2025 can be compared from 2028.
- Most reported part: Electrical system (3 complaints).
- 1 recall campaign on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Nearby years with a typical complaint level and no open NHTSA investigation: 2023
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 15filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 19,000miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 27 mpgcombined, 2.5L 4-cyl FWD · 24 city / 31 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 15 consumer complaints for the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander. The part named most often is electrical system, with 3 complaints (20% of the total), followed by forward collision avoidance (3) and fuel system (2). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 19,000 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 43 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 18 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Forward collision avoidance complaints overlap with 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system3 20%
- Fuel system2 13%
- Seat belts2 13%
- Air bags1 6.7%
- Brakes1 6.7%
- Engine1 6.7%
- Other or unknown1 6.7%
Also reported: Steering (1), Tires (1), Transmission and drivetrain (1).
Example complaints
Electrical system: “I rented this vehicle from Alamo/Enterprise at Denver Airport on 9/7/2025, and that day, while enroute to Casper WY hit a large deer on I-24 N in Wyoming where the posted speed limit is 80 mph, which was exactly the speed I was travelling. The deer was struck by the drivers side front of vehicle, causing extensive damage , loss of headlight and many small parts and electronic sensors as there were a number of dangling wires. The deer was killed instantly. …”
NHTSA complaint #11694217, filed 2025-10Forward collision avoidance: “David the Mitsubishi technician drove with me today and witnessed the issues with the adaptive cruise control system. 1. Slow to gain speed on resume in any situation. 2. Car slamming on brakes when sensing a car at a red light, when a car leaves the lane that I am in and there is a stopped car at a red light or not stopping at all. 3. When making a turn into a left or right lane, car will not sense the other car or it will slam the brakes unsafely”
NHTSA complaint #11732076, filed 2026-04Fuel system: “My 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has experienced recurring, severe powertrain failures causing a dangerous 'PHEV System Fault / Power Reduced' limp mode at highway speeds, dropping instantly from 60+ MPH to severely restricted speeds. This creates an immediate risk of a high-speed rear-end collision. The vehicle is currently fully dismantled at Jidd Motors Mitsubishi while technicians execute an extensive internal mechanical teardown of the engine's valve cover and cylinder valvetrain assembly to look for top-end structural damage. …”
NHTSA complaint #11764350, filed 2026-09Seat belts: “1. Driver side seat belt is not retracting as it should. 2. Causing a slower exit when getting out of the vehicle. 3. A compliant has been made to Glassman Southfield MI. Mitsubishi service department not only for the driver side seat belt but the passenger seat belt as well. 4. Just by Glassman Southfield MI. Mitsubishi service department. 5. No”
NHTSA complaint #11729850, filed 2026-04Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 19,000 and 19,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outlander · SUV AWD | not rated | — | — | — | 4 · 17.9% risk |
| Outlander · SUV FWD | not rated | — | — | — | 4 · 19.8% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2025 model year: forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking standard.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outlander 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | CVT | 24 | 31 | 27 | $2,500 |
| Outlander 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | CVT | 24 | 30 | 26 | $2,600 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 26V549000Aug 25, 2026Back over prevention › SoftwareCovers: Mitsubishi Outlander 2025–2026, Outlander Phev 2026
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Outlander and 2026 Outlander PHEV vehicles. Due to improper software programming, the Alliance In-Vehicle Infotainment (A-IVI) system may fail to display the rearview camera image…
Recall details for the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 43 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11037170Aug 19, 2026Body and structure. This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions on how to verify by physical inspection that a replacement front bumper face is the correct design and variation for the vehicle being serviced.
- 11036031Jul 28, 2026Body and structure. This Parts Bulletin sent to dealers explains and corrects a mislabeling issue caused by a mid-cycle design change.
- 11036028Jul 16, 2026Body and structure. This Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers explains the repair procedure for the front flap of the cup holder detaching.
- 11036027Jul 16, 2026Seat belts. This Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers explains that every front seat belt retractor concern must be documented through a Mi-Tech case before any repair or part replacement is performed.
- 11036024Jul 6, 2026Electrical system. This Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers provides guidance to assist dealers with reflashing the ECU-Audio AMP software to remedy issues with the Dynamic Sound Yamaha Ultimate 12-speaker…
- 11034796Jun 18, 2026Body and structure. This Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers provides guidance to assist dealers with inventory inspection, PDI checks, and customer complaints regarding poor adhesion of.accessories to lower…
- 11033793May 8, 2026Lane departure, Electrical system, Forward collision…. This Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers addresses why the Mi-Pilot Assist/Adaptive Cruise stops working and provides guidance to collect and report diagnostic trouble codes.
- 11032444Apr 6, 2026Electrical system. This Technical Service Bulletin provides the re-start and cold start procedures for the A-IVI (Alliance In-Vehicle Infotainment) to avoid unnecessary unit replacements.
- 11029566Feb 12, 2026Electrical system, Engine, Fuel system, Steering…. Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
- 11029562Feb 4, 2026Other or unknown. This Technical Information Notice informs dealers that Mitsubishi is planning to perform scheduled system maintenance to the MUT3-SE software on the specific dates and times listed.
Other model years of the Mitsubishi Outlander
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15 | 19,000 | 1 | — | 27 | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 26 | 5,000 | 1 | 4 | 27 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 50 | 33,000 | 2 | 4 | 27 | 50 · Typical | Too new |
| 2022 | 217 | 10,000 | 7 | — | 27 | 100 · More | Stable |
| 2020 | 32 | 66,000 | 3 | 4–5 | 27 | 25 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2019 | 29 | 20,000 | 5 | 4–5 | 27 | 51 · Typical | Rising |
| 2018 | 57 | 27,500 | 6 | 4–5 | 27 | 66 · More | Rising |
| 2017 | 51 | 34,000 | 6 | 4–5 | 27 | 62 · Typical | Falling |
| 2016 | 145 | 60,518 | 8 | 4–5 | 27 | 86 · More | Falling |
| 2015 | 53 | 35,000 | 5 | 4–5 | 27 | 53 · Typical | Rising |
| 2014 | 45 | 30,000 | 4 | 4–5 | 27 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2013 | 26 | 61,400 | 5 | 4 | 25 | 8 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2012 | 22 | 86,000 | 6 | 4 | 25 | — | Falling |
| 2011 | 58 | 64,000 | 8 | — | 25 | 37 · Typical | Rising |
| 2010 | 60 | 62,000 | 10 | — | 24 | 33 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2009 | 46 | 92,500 | 13 | — | 22 | 15 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2008 | 58 | 99,000 | 12 | — | 22 | 21 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2007 | 125 | 88,789 | 9 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2006 | 21 | 100,000 | 1 | — | 22 | — | Stable |
| 2005 | 19 | 88,000 | 1 | — | 22 | — | Falling |
| 2004 | 52 | 63,250 | 4 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 116 | 68,250 | 6 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
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Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander have?
NHTSA recorded 15 consumer complaints for the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 3 complaints (20% of the total), followed by forward collision avoidance with 3.
Has the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander get?
The EPA rates the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander (Outlander 2WD, 2.5L 4-cyl) at 27 mpg combined, 24 city and 31 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,500 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 19,000 miles and the middle half falls between 19,000 and 19,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.