2023 Mitsubishi Outlander
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The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 11 of 48 complaints (23%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Brakes include more crash reports (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 214 in 2022 to 48 in 2023.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | vs. 2023 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,300–2,500 | 2,300–2,500 | 2,300–2,500 | 2,300–2,500 | 2,300–2,500 | |
| Combined MPG | 25–27 | 25–27 | 25–27 | 25–27 | 25–27 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 23–26 / 26–30 | 23–26 / 26–31 | 23–25 / 27–31 | 23–25 / 27–31 | 23–25 / 27–31 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 331–354 | 328–354 | 332–354 | 331–350 | 333–350 | |
| Complaints filed | 0 | 214 | 48 | 26 | 16 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 14 | 3 | 3 | 4 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
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 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander have?
2 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 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Electrical: 11 of 48 NHTSA complaints (23%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander get?
EPA rates it 25–27 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander?
EPA estimates $2,300–$2,500 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (7)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 24 mpg | 31 mpg (high) | 27 mpg (high) | $2,300 (low) | 332 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 | 2.5L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 24 mpg | 30 mpg | 26 mpg | $2,400 | 342 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 24 mpg | 30 mpg | 27 mpg (high) | $2,300 (low) | 333 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 23 mpg (low) | 29 mpg | 26 mpg | $2,400 | 343 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.4L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 23 mpg (low) | 28 mpg | 25 mpg (low) | $2,500 (high) | 350 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (A1) | 4 | 2.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gas and Electricity | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 25 mpg (high) | 27 mpg (low) | 26 mpg | $2,400 | 115 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4 | 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 23 mpg (low) | 29 mpg | 25 mpg (low) | $2,500 (high) | 354 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 4 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 8 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 6 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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 (2)
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE · Campaign 25V369000 · Jun 3, 2025
Defect: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Outlander and 2023-2025 Outlander PHEV vehicles. Due to a software error in the in-vehicle infotainment system (A-IVI), the rearview camera image may freeze, or not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the A-IVI software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 30, 2025. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-25-001. This recall replaces and expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V345. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V345 will need to have the new remedy completed.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION · Campaign 23V345000 · May 16, 2023
Defect: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Outlander and 2023 Outlander PHEV vehicles. Due to a software error in the in-vehicle infotainment system (A-IVI), the backup camera rearview image may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the A-IVI software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2023. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-23-001. This recall was replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V369.