The most common recent Outlander problem is a rearview camera that can freeze or go blank: recall 25V-369 covers about 198,940 2022–2024 Outlander and 2023–2025 Outlander PHEV models. 2022 models also had fuel pump and seat belt retractor recalls. Older Outlanders have corrosion-related recalls for liftgate struts, parking brakes and the front crossmember.
CarWhere lists 21 documented Outlander issues, including 21 NHTSA safety recalls, each with affected years, powertrains, symptoms, pre-purchase checks and a source. Recall entries come from NHTSA's recall dataset on the DOT open-data portal, which may not list every campaign, so run the specific VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup.
Fourth generation Outlander problems (2022–present)
Rearview camera image may freeze or not display (recalls 25V-369, 23V-345) (2022–2024)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Fourth generation (2022–present) – 2022–2024
- Years:
- 2022–2024
- Powertrain:
- All
A software error in the A-IVI infotainment system may freeze the backup camera image or keep it from appearing, so the vehicles do not meet the federal rear-visibility standard. Recall 25V-369 covers 2022–2024 Outlander and 2023–2025 Outlander PHEV models, about 198,940 vehicles across those models, and replaces and expands the earlier 23V-345 (89,907 vehicles). Cars repaired under 23V-345 need the new software too.
Symptoms
- Black, frozen or missing camera image when shifting into reverse
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- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 25V369000 (2025-06) · 198,940 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [1][2][3]
Rearview camera may not display (recall 26V-549) (2025–2026)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Fourth generation (2022–present) – 2025–2026
- Years:
- 2025–2026
- Powertrain:
- All
Improper software in the A-IVI system may keep the rearview camera image from displaying in reverse on 2025–2026 Outlander and 2026 Outlander PHEV models, about 67,146 vehicles across those models. Dealers update the software; owner letters were scheduled for September 2026.
Symptoms
- No camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 26V549000 (2026-08) · 67,146 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [4][3]
Rearview camera display inoperable (recall 22V-470) (2022)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Fourth generation (2022–present) – 2022
- Years:
- 2022
- Powertrain:
- All
A separate 2022-only campaign covers about 56,080 Outlanders whose rearview camera may not display due to a software error. Dealers update the camera software.
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 22V470000 (2022-07) · 56,080 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [5][3]
Fuel pump may fail (recall 22V-027) (2022)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Fourth generation (2022–present) – 2022
- Years:
- 2022
- Powertrain:
- 2.5L
The commutator and wires inside the fuel pump may be fused incorrectly on about 16,616 2022 Outlanders, which can make the pump fail and the engine stall. Dealers replace the fuel pump.
Symptoms
- Engine stalling or failing to start
- Engine sputtering under load
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 22V027000 (2022-01) · 16,616 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [6][3]
Seat belt automatic locking retractors may release child seats (recalls 22V-335, 21V-596) (2022)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Fourth generation (2022–present) – 2022
- Years:
- 2022
- Powertrain:
- All
On some 2022 Outlanders, the automatic locking retractors in the front-passenger and second-row seat belts may deactivate before the belt is fully retracted, so a child seat may not stay secured. Recall 22V-335 covers 2,865 vehicles and 21V-596 covers 3,735. Dealers inspect and replace belts as needed.
Symptoms
- Seat belt will not stay locked when installing a child seat
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- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 22V335000 (2022-05) · 2,865 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [7][8][3]
Third generation Outlander problems (2014–2020)
Liftgate gas springs may corrode and rupture (recalls 26V-252, 25V-507) (2014–2020)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Third generation (2014–2020) – 2014–2020
- Years:
- 2014–2020
- Powertrain:
- All
The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, so a spring may rupture or the liftgate may fall. Recall 25V-507 covered 2014–2020 Outlander and 2018–2022 Outlander PHEV models in road-salt states (121,529 vehicles across those models); 26V-252 expands it (108,046 vehicles). Dealers replace both gas springs.
Symptoms
- Liftgate will not stay up or drifts down
- Hissing or a loud pop from the liftgate strut
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 26V252000 (2026-04) · 108,046 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [9][10][3]
Second-row right seat belt buckle may become inoperable (recall 20V-403) (2014–2019)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Third generation (2014–2020) – 2014–2019
- Years:
- 2014–2019
- Powertrain:
- All
With the seatbacks folded, the second-row center buckle can interfere with the right-side buckle and knock its cover off, leaving the latch unable to restrain an occupant. The campaign covers 2014–2019 Outlander and 2018–2019 Outlander PHEV models, about 177,000 vehicles across those models. Dealers modify the center buckle cover and add a warning label.
Symptoms
- Right-rear seat belt buckle cover missing or the belt will not latch
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 20V403000 (2020-07) · 177,000 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [11][3]
Second-row right seat belt may be assembled incorrectly (recall 20V-280) (2019–2020)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Third generation (2014–2020) – 2019–2020
- Years:
- 2019–2020
- Powertrain:
- All
The right-side second-row seat belt may have been assembled incorrectly on 2019–2020 Outlander and 2019 Outlander PHEV models, about 3,241 vehicles across those models, so it may not restrain an occupant properly. Dealers inspect and replace it as needed.
Symptoms
- Seat belt that does not retract or lock normally
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 20V280000 (2020-05) · 3,241 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [12][3]
Parking brake shafts may corrode and bind (recalls 18V-070, 20V-741) (2014–2016)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Third generation (2014–2020) – 2014–2016
- Years:
- 2014–2016
- Powertrain:
- All
Water can enter the rear brake calipers and corrode the parking brake actuator shafts, so the parking brake may not fully engage or release. Recall 18V-070 covers 2014–2016 Outlander and 2013–2016 Outlander Sport models (170,354 vehicles across those models); 20V-741 covers 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport models whose shaft coating may have peeled during assembly (21,758 vehicles).
Symptoms
- Parking brake that drags or will not release
- Vehicle creeping when parked on a slope
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 18V070000 (2018-01) · 170,354 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [13][14][3]
Defective relays may cause stalling or overheating (recall 17V-609) (2015–2017)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Third generation (2014–2020) – 2015–2017
- Years:
- 2015–2017
- Powertrain:
- All
Defective relays may cause an engine stall, reduced power or engine overheating on 2015–2017 Outlander, 2015–2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution models, about 132,552 vehicles across those models. Dealers replace the relays.
Symptoms
- Sudden stall or loss of power
- Rising engine temperature
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- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 17V609000 (2017-09) · 132,552 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [15][3]
CVT may hesitate when accelerating (recall 16V-563) (2016)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Third generation (2014–2020) – 2016
- Years:
- 2016
- Powertrain:
- 2.4L CVT
The continuously variable transmission may delay acceleration in certain driving conditions on 2016 Outlander and Lancer and 2015–2016 Outlander Sport models, about 82,436 vehicles across those models. Dealers reprogram the CVT control unit.
Symptoms
- Delay or hesitation when pulling away or accelerating
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 16V563000 (2016-07) · 82,436 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [16][3]
Doors may open while driving in high heat (recall 17V-233) (2016)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Third generation (2014–2020) – 2016
- Years:
- 2016
- Powertrain:
- All
The inside door latch mechanisms on 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport models may not latch securely in high temperatures, about 35,674 vehicles across those models. Dealers replace the door latches.
Symptoms
- Door that does not latch fully or pops open
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 17V233000 (2017-04) · 35,674 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [17][3]
Brake and collision-avoidance software errors (recalls 18V-621, 18V-620) (2017–2018)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Third generation (2014–2020) – 2017–2018
- Years:
- 2017–2018
- Powertrain:
- All
Recall 18V-621 covers about 58,916 2017–2018 Outlanders and other 2018 Mitsubishis whose hydraulic unit software may stop automatic emergency braking, ABS or stability control from intervening. Recall 18V-620 (9,166 vehicles across those models) fixes Forward Collision Mitigation software that may hold the brakes longer than needed after a pedestrian is detected.
Symptoms
- Unexpected or prolonged automatic braking
- Warning lights for brake or stability systems
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 18V621000 (2018-09) · 58,916 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [18][19][3]
Second generation Outlander problems (2007–2013)
Front lower control arm may detach after crossmember corrosion (recalls 20V-279, 16V-458) (2007–2013)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2007–2013) – 2007–2013
- Years:
- 2007–2013
- Powertrain:
- All
In road-salt states, the front crossmember may corrode until a lower control arm detaches, risking loss of control. Recall 16V-458 covers 2003–2006 Outlanders and 2007–2013 Outlander V6 models with Lancer and Lancer Evolution models (194,674 vehicles across those models); 20V-279 covers 2008–2013 Outlanders with Lancer and Outlander Sport models (141,200 vehicles). Dealers seal or replace the crossmember.
Symptoms
- Clunking from the front suspension
- Visible rust on the front crossmember
- Steering that pulls or wanders
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 20V279000 (2020-05) · 141,200 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [20][21][3]
Sunroof glass may detach (recall 18V-071) (2007–2010)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2007–2013) – 2007–2010
- Years:
- 2007–2010
- Powertrain:
- All
On 2007–2010 Outlanders and some Lancer and Lancer Evolution models with sunroofs, the glass may separate from the sunroof assembly, about 56,641 vehicles across those models. Dealers replace the sunroof glass assembly.
Symptoms
- Wind noise or movement at the sunroof glass edge
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 18V071000 (2018-01) · 56,641 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [22][3]
Wiper motor and wiper link corrosion (recalls 17V-461, 16V-791) (2007–2013)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2007–2013) – 2007–2013
- Years:
- 2007–2013
- Powertrain:
- All
Water dripping between the hood and windshield can corrode the wiper motor (17V-461) or the wiper link ball joint (16V-791) on 2007–2013 Outlanders, about 100,082 vehicles in each campaign, possibly leaving the wipers inoperative. Dealers replace the affected parts.
Symptoms
- Wipers that stop, slow down or move unevenly
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 17V461000 (2017-07) · 100,082 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [23][24][3]
Accessory drive belt may detach (recalls 18V-069, 14V-562) (2008–2012)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2007–2013) – 2008–2012
- Years:
- 2008–2012
- Powertrain:
- 4B11/4B12 four-cylinder
On models with the 4B11/4B12 four-cylinder, the belt tensioner flange may crack (18V-069: 2008–2012 Outlander with Lancer and Outlander Sport, 141,053 vehicles across those models) or worn pulleys may let the belt come off (14V-562: 2008–2011 models, 165,923 vehicles). The battery can then discharge and the engine stall.
Symptoms
- Squealing or chirping from the engine belt
- Battery or charging warning light
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 18V069000 (2018-01) · 141,053 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [25][26][3]
Lights, wipers or blower motor may fail (recalls 15V-232, 15V-233) (2009–2011)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2007–2013) – 2009–2011
- Years:
- 2009–2011
- Powertrain:
- All
Unstable voltage in an electronic control unit can cut headlights, taillights and wipers on 2009–2010 Outlanders (15V-232, 53,396 vehicles across models), and the blower motor may fail on 2009–2011 Outlanders (15V-233, 76,958 vehicles across models), weakening the defroster.
Symptoms
- Headlights or wipers that cut out intermittently
- Weak or no defroster airflow
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 15V232000 (2015-04) · 53,396 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [27][28][3]
Under-seat harness connector may corrode and overheat (recall 08V-094) (2007–2008)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2007–2013) – 2007–2008
- Years:
- 2007–2008
- Powertrain:
- All
On 2007–2008 Outlanders without power seats in road-salt states, salty melt water soaking the carpet can reach an unused power-seat connector, which may corrode, heat up and melt, creating a fire risk. The campaign covers 5,400 vehicles; dealers relocate the harness above the carpet.
Symptoms
- Wet carpet under the front seats
- Burning smell from the floor area
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 08V094000 (2008-02) · 5,400 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [29][3]
Brake lights may not illuminate (recalls 14V-564, 08V-680) (2007–2009)
Safety recall- Generation:
- Second generation (2007–2013) – 2007–2009
- Years:
- 2007–2009
- Powertrain:
- All
The brake lamp switch may malfunction so the stop lamps do not light when braking. Recall 08V-680 covered 21,493 2007–2008 Outlanders with LED stop lamps, and 14V-564 covers 37,145 2007–2009 Outlanders.
Symptoms
- Brake lights that stay dark when the pedal is pressed
Check before buying
- Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
- Ask the seller for the dealer repair order showing the recall work
NHTSA recall: 14V564000 (2014-09) · 37,145 vehicles in the campaign
Sources: [30][31][3]