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ProblemsByVin File / 2022-MITSUBISHI-OUTLANDER NHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2022 · Mitsubishi

Mitsubishi Outlander problems

206 owner complaints and 5 active recall campaigns on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.

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Reliability score
6.4 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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5
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Should you avoid this 2022 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.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

body
69 reports · fails ~39,065 mi · avg $1,500
moderate
electrical
22 reports · fails ~18,850 mi · avg $850
moderate
suspension
11 reports · fails ~7,000 mi · avg $900
moderate
steering
9 reports · fails ~24,667 mi · avg $700
moderate
airbags
8 reports · avg $1,100
severe
brakes
8 reports · fails ~18,964 mi · avg $450
severe
fuel system
6 reports · fails ~28,166 mi · avg $1,200
moderate
wheels
6 reports · fails ~2,000 mi · avg $400
moderate
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2022 Outlander · body
The hood has fluttered since I bought the car on 7/29/21. I brought the issue to the dealership's attention, but they denied hearing any other complaints. While I was waiting at the dealership for an oil change, I was talking to other outlander owners, and they expressed the…
2022 Outlander · body
The hood shakes when driving above 40MPH, it increases intensity as you drive faster, feeling like it will come unlatched, resulting in an accident. Is there going to be a recall for this?
2022 Outlander · body
This model of vehicle (2022) has a known hood flutter that cannot be repaired. It's possible the hood latch could fail and the hood will fly up/open while the vehicle is in motion. My vehicle registration acknowledges a recall but it is not for the hood flutter. I've done…
2022 Outlander · body
Since May 2023, I've been to two different dealerships with the same issue. It started with a whistling sound form air vents, buring smell, increased has consumption, loss of power going up hill, gas smell inside cabin, no air, loud noise from right side of car under hood, and…
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Active recalls showing 3 of 5

severe NHTSA 22V027000 January 24, 2022

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 18, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-001.
severe NHTSA 21V821000 October 18, 2021

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc

In the event of a crash, the reduced strength of the vehicle body may increase the risk of injury.

Fix: MMNA will repurchase and replace the affected vehicle, free of charge. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-21-009.
severe NHTSA 22V335000 May 13, 2022

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc

An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-88-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-002.
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Common questions

Is the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.4 out of 10 based on 206 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

Should you avoid the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander?

The 2022 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 6.4/10 — 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's the most common problem on the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is body, with 69 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 39,065 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The body is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 39,065 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 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 206 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,500, 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 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2022/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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