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2019 Mitsubishi Outlander problems

Light NHTSA footprint — 29 owner complaints and 5 active recall campaigns. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.

The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander has 29 NHTSA owner complaints and 5 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is airbags at 7 complaints, typically surfacing around 35,000 miles (~$1,100 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

Mitsubishi Outlander owner complaints by model year
Model yearOwner complaintsRecalls
2016 Outlander 168 8
2017 Outlander 51 6
2018 Outlander 55 6
2019 Outlander (this page) 29 5
2020 Outlander 30 3
2022 Outlander 209 7
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander
Photo: Alexander Migl / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · representative photo of the Mitsubishi Outlander
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Reliability score
7.4 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2019 Outlander?
Acceptable — with caveats

Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

Buying a used 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander? Check these first

Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.

What to inspect on this specific car

⚠ The one to take seriously: airbags is flagged severe on this model , showing up around 35,000 mi. Inspect it closely on a test drive.

Recalls to confirm are done

Run the VIN from the listing — 5 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.

Verdict for buyers: 7.4/10 model. The priciest documented failure is powertrain (~$2,500) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.

We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.

See the full pre-purchase inspection checklist →
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Top trouble spots 4 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
7 reports · fails ~35,000 mi · avg $1,100
severe
electrical
7 reports · fails ~41,298 mi · avg $850
severe
brakes
3 reports · avg $450
moderate
powertrain
3 reports · fails ~6,500 mi · avg $2,500
moderate
Buyer's checklist
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Generated from this 2019 Outlander's actual NHTSA complaint history — every item points at a documented failure pattern on this exact vehicle, not generic walkaround filler.
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Should you buy an extended warranty on this 2019 Outlander?
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2019 Outlander · electrical
The epb (emergency parking break) was some how activated, not sure if by accident or wiring issue and now will not disengage. I cannot drive my vehicle and have not been able to get it into the dealer for 3 weeks.
12/30/2020 · at 30,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11385561.0 · see electrical pattern →
2019 Outlander · airbags Crash
On 12/13/2019 my daughter had a accident in 2019 mishibishi outlander she hit fence fence post electricity box and 2 signs doing damage all around the vehicle her seat belt nore my newphews seat belt locked up and she hit her head on the steering wheel the passenger in the…
12/19/2019 · at 15,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11290032.0 · see airbags pattern →
2019 Outlander · powertrain
Hesitation when putting thee vehicle in drive or reverse. While driving RPMs fluctuate 500-1000RPMs continuously. Studdering when accelerating from a complete stop.
2019 Outlander · airbags
My parking brake has stopped working/is completely locked up (like what is descrived in the recall, but my vin isn't included in thr recall list), and the airbags were missing at time of sell.
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Active recalls showing 3 of 5

severe NHTSA 26V252000 April 20, 2026

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc

A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2026. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-26-001. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov June 3, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V507.
severe NHTSA 25V507000 August 7, 2025

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc

A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-25-002
severe NHTSA 20V403000 July 13, 2020

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc

An unrestrained occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Fix: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will modify the second-row center seat belt buckle cover, install a new warning label to the second-row seat support base, and provide a new warning label insert for the owner's manual, free of charge. The recall began September 1, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-20-004.
View all 5 recalls →

Common questions

Is the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

Should you avoid the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander?

The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 7.4/10 — around the segment average; 5 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What should I check before buying a used 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander?

Inspect the airbags first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 7 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 35,000 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.

Is the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander a good used car to buy?

It scores 7.4 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 29 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is airbags. Typical failure occurs around 35,000 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.

What's the most common problem on the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 7 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 35,000 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 35,000 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Mitsubishi Outlander has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 29 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 1 day ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2019/Mitsubishi/Outlander. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Mitsubishi. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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