2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 26, 2026 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Outlander years
Not enough data 23rd of 23 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander. That ranks 23rd out of 23 Outlander model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (3 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Mitsubishi Outlander
2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV (fourth generation) in Leinfelden-Echterdingen. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine3
Electrical System2
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Fuel/propulsion System1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine3100%———
Electrical System267%———
Forward Collision Avoidance133%———
Fuel/propulsion System133%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2026 Mitsubishi Outlander recalls (1)

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Back over prevention:softwareAug 25, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V549000 · 67,146 vehicles

Problem: 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 when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk: A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the A-IVI software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 24, 2026. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-26-002. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 9, 2026.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

This is the issue I’m having with this vehicle since I purchased it July3,2026 car shuts off in middle of road and car also loss of power in middle of road while still trying to press gas then jerks backfire issue was reported to dealership. Brand new vehicle but keep having issues that’s not…

Engine · received Aug 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11758470

ENGINE MALFUNCTION SERVICE NOW APPEARED (ERROR) I took the vehicle to the dealership for evaluation. The mechanic checked, reset, and reprogrammed the module. I was instructed to return if the error occurred. It did after driving 5 miles. The mechanic rechecked for possibly having different errors…

Engine · received Jun 6, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11742499

Following sustained highway operation and varied elevations in tropical conditions, the vehicle’s Auto Start-Stop system may activate during traffic congestion. In certain instances, the battery warning light illuminates upon engine automatic restart. If the auto start stop is activated once more…

Electrical System · received May 6, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11736169

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander?

Owners most often report engine, electrical system, forward collision avoidance problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Outlander model years, the 2026 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.