2020 Mitsubishi Outlander
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 11 of 31 complaints (35%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (6) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 30 in 2019 to 31 in 2020.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | vs. 2020 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,300–3,500 | 2,300–3,500 | 2,300–3,500 | 2,300–2,500 | 2,300–2,500 | |
| Combined MPG | 22–27 | 22–27 | 22–27 | 25–27 | 25–27 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 20–25 / 26–30 | 20–25 / 26–30 | 20–25 / 26–30 | 23–26 / 26–30 | 23–26 / 26–31 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 326–402 | 326–402 | 326–402 | 331–354 | 328–354 | |
| Complaints filed | 71 | 30 | 31 | 0 | 214 | |
| Recalls issued | 6 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 9 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 8 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 14 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 8 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 10 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Electrical: 11 of 31 NHTSA complaints (35%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander get?
EPA rates it 22–27 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander?
EPA estimates $2,300–$3,500 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (8)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 25 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | 27 mpg (high) | $2,300 (low) | 326 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.4L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 24 mpg | 29 mpg | 26 mpg | $2,400 | 341 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 24 mpg | 30 mpg (high) | 27 mpg (high) | $2,300 (low) | 331 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 23 mpg | 29 mpg | 26 mpg | $2,400 | 344 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 23 mpg | 29 mpg | 25 mpg | $2,500 | 354 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 20 mpg (low) | 27 mpg | 22 mpg (low) | $3,500 (high) | 402 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.4L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 23 mpg | 28 mpg | 25 mpg | $2,500 | 353 g/mi |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic (A1) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gas and Electricity | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 25 mpg (high) | 26 mpg (low) | 25 mpg | $2,500 | 174 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 4 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 8 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (3)
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT · Campaign 26V252000 · Apr 21, 2026
Defect: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.
Consequence: A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT · Campaign 25V507000 · Aug 8, 2025
Defect: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles sold and/or currently registered in Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.
Consequence: A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER · Campaign 20V280000 · May 19, 2020
Defect: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Outlander and 2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The seat belt for the right side second-row seat may have been assembled incorrectly.
Consequence: An incorrectly assembled seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the right side second-row seat belt and replace it as necessary, free of charge. This recall began June 17, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-002.