At the shop, Mitsubishi electrical-system issues have a recognizable signature. 264 documented complaints across 37 year-model entries from 2005 to 2025 is consistent with what we see come in. Complaint volume is spread across the lineup rather than parked on one bad year. That's the signature of a platform or supplier issue, not a single-year flub. 10 fire reports on the federal record — not common in this category but documented and worth weight. Average shop fix runs about $850 — not catastrophic, but it adds up over time. Read the specific complaints before assuming the worst — the category covers everything from a forty-dollar switch to a twenty-five-hundred-dollar module.
ProblemsByVin MITSUBISHI / ELECTRICAL
37 model-year entries · 2005–2025
Mitsubishi electrical problems
264 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Mitsubishi vehicles for electrical issues. 2 active recall campaigns. See electrical across all makes →
Complaints
264
Recalls
2
Year-models
37
Avg fix
$850
10crashes
10fires
4injuries
Worst-affected Mitsubishi model-years for electrical Top 25 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander
22 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2015 Mitsubishi Outlander
17 complaints · ~$850 severe
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
17 complaints · ~$850 severe
2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
13 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
13 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander
12 complaints · ~$850 severe
2020 Mitsubishi Outlander
11 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
10 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
10 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2023 Mitsubishi Outlander
9 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2006 Mitsubishi Galant
8 complaints · ~$850 severe
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander
7 complaints · ~$850 severe
2018 Mitsubishi Outlander
7 complaints · ~$850 severe
2017 Mitsubishi Outlander
7 complaints · 1 recall · ~$850 severe
2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
6 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
6 complaints · ~$850 severe
2015 Mitsubishi Lancer
6 complaints · ~$850 severe
2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
6 complaints · 1 recall · ~$850 moderate
2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
6 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
5 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2014 Mitsubishi Mirage
5 complaints · ~$850 severe
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
5 complaints · ~$850 severe
2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor
5 complaints · ~$850 severe
2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor
5 complaints · ~$850 severe
2018 Mitsubishi Mirage G4
4 complaints · ~$850 moderate
Active recalls — Mitsubishi electrical 7 on file
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc
If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
Fix: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.
Mitsubishi is recalling 120,000 my 2004-2006 endeavor passenger vehicles
If the driver does not shift to park before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and correct these vehicles for the reported condition. The recall will begin on july 7, 2008. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.
Mitsubishi is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 endeavor with manual air conditioning
This condition could affect defroster performance, resulting in poor windshield visibility and potentially cause a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect for damage and if necessary repair the mode door shaft free of charge. The safety recall began on december 7, 2010. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.
Mitsubishi is recalling 73,000 my 2004-2006 gallant passenger vehicles
If the driver does not shift to park before removing the key and fails to engage the parking brake, the vehicle could roll and a crash could occur.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and correct these vehicles for the reported condition. The recall began on september 2, 2008. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc
Unstable voltage could result in intermittent failure of the vehicle's head lights, tail lights, and windshield wipers. If the headlights and/or windshield wipers fail, the driver could have reduced visibility. If the tail lights fail, the vehicle could be less visible. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected ECU, free of charge. The recall began on June 15 ,2015. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-15-002.
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc
In the event of a crash, corrosion of the connector could delay deployment of the frontal air bags, increasing the risk of injury to the driver and the front seat passenger.
Fix: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected connectors, replacing any found to be corroded. A waterproof sheet will be installed over the connectors to prevent future corrosion. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in February 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-001.
Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Outlander Sport, 2018-2019 Eclipse Cross, and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system that detects pedestrians
If the FCM-ECU software activates the brake for longer than necessary, the driver may react by applying additional braking. The resulting rapid deceleration of the vehicle can increase the risk of a rear-end collision.
Fix: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the FCM-ECU software with updated software, free of charge. The recall is began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-007.
Common questions
How many Mitsubishi electrical complaints are on file with NHTSA?
264 complaints across 37 model-year entries from 2005 to 2025. 2 active recall campaigns cover electrical issues across the Mitsubishi lineup.
Which Mitsubishi model has the most electrical complaints?
The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander leads with 22 complaints in this category. Next: 2015 Outlander (17) and 2009 Lancer (17).
What does it cost to fix Mitsubishi electrical problems?
Independent shops average $850 for electrical repairs across the Mitsubishi lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Mitsubishi electrical recalls?
Yes — 7 active recall campaigns cover electrical on Mitsubishi vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Shop Foreman, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Mitsubishi.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.