The 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander's elevated safety profile includes 5 recall campaigns and 231 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

231

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

17V6090002017-29-09

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.

If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.

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18V0700002018-26-01

PARKING BRAKE

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Outlander and 2013-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter the rear brake calipers causing the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and possibly bind.

If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.

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20V4030002020-13-07

SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Outlander and 2018-2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The second-row center seat belt buckle may interfere with the right-side seat belt buckle when the seat backs are folded down. The interference may cause the right-side seat belt buckle cover to come off, making the buckle latch inoperable and unable to restrain an occupant.

An unrestrained occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

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25V5070002025-07-08

STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT

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.

A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.

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26V2520002026-20-04

STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT

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.

A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander has accumulated 231 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with power train leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Power Train89

02Unknown Or Other13

03Engine9

04Power Train,vehicle Speed Control,engine8

05Power Train,engine8

231 total across 1 model years (2015–2015)Full data at NHTSA.gov

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Mitsubishi Outlander Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander trims

23–28mpg combined

20-25city

26-32hwy

$1,550-$2,500/yr

With 8 configurations tested, the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander ranges from 23 to 28 MPG combined. That's a 5 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Outlander Sport 2WD - Automatic (AV-S6)

28mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

25 city32 hwy~$1,550/yr7/10 Clean

Outlander 2WD - Automatic (AV-S6)

27mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

25 city30 hwy~$1,600/yr7/10 Clean

Outlander Sport 4WD - Automatic (AV-S6)

27mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

24 city30 hwy~$1,600/yr7/10 Clean

Outlander 4WD - Automatic (AV-S6)

26mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

24 city29 hwy~$1,700/yr6/10 Average

Outlander Sport 2WD - Manual 5-spd

26mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city29 hwy~$1,700/yr6/10 Average

Outlander Sport 2WD - Automatic (AV-S6)

25mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city28 hwy~$1,750/yr6/10 Average

Outlander Sport 4WD - Automatic (AV-S6)

24mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

22 city26 hwy~$1,800/yr6/10 Average

Outlander 4WD - Automatic (S6)

23mpg

3.0L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

20 city27 hwy~$2,500/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the GT Worth It?

Common questions about the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander GT

How does the GT compare to other Mitsubishi Outlander trims?

Every Mitsubishi Outlander trim targets a different buyer. The 2015 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander GT?

The GT shares its core mechanicals with other Mitsubishi Outlander trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for power train issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 5 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2015 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Mitsubishi Outlander GT?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Mitsubishi Outlander GT year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Mitsubishi Outlander overview compares all years side by side.

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