Federal safety data shows 8 recalls and 167 complaints for the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

167

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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16V5630002016-28-07

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles and 2016 Outlander and Lancer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) that, in certain driving conditions, may cause a delay in the vehicle accelerating.

A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

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17V2330002017-06-04

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles. The inside door latch mechanisms may not latch securely in high temperatures, allowing the doors to open while vehicle is in motion.

If a door opens while the vehicle is being driven, it can increase the risk of injury.

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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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20V7410002020-30-11

PARKING BRAKE

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles. The rust prevention coating on the rear brake operating shafts could have been peeled off during the assembly process. As a result, water entering the rear brake caliper boot may cause the parking brake operating shafts to corrode and possibly bind.

If the parking brake operating shafts bind, the parking brakes may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brakes do not engage properly, the vehicle could rollaway, increasing the risk 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

Of 167 issues reported over 1 model years, power train problems are the most common for the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Power Train46

02Service Brakes12

03Exterior Lighting9

04Structure9

05Unknown Or Other7

167 total across 1 model years (2016–2016)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Mitsubishi Outlander Fuel Economy

22–27mpg combined

20-25city

27-30hwy

$1,600-$2,650/yr

The 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander delivers 22 to 27 MPG combined across 8 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Outlander 2WD - Automatic (AV-S6)

27mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

25 city30 hwy~$1,600/yr6/10 Average

Outlander Sport 2WD - Automatic (AV-S6)

27mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

24 city30 hwy~$1,600/yr6/10 Average

Outlander 4WD - Automatic (AV-S6)

26mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

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

Outlander Sport 4WD - Automatic (AV-S6)

26mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · 4-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 2WD - Manual 5-spd

25mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city29 hwy~$1,750/yr6/10 Average

Outlander Sport 4WD - Automatic (AV-S6)

24mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

22 city27 hwy~$1,800/yr5/10 Average

Outlander 4WD - Automatic (S6)

22mpg

3.0L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

20 city27 hwy~$2,650/yr5/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander

35States

36%in top 3

Florida has the most inventory at 16%, with options spread across 35 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

FLFlorida

89516%

PAPennsylvania

57310%

TXTexas

4939%

DEDelaware

2765%

MNMinnesota

2625%

CACalifornia

2304%

DCWashington DC

1773%

OHOhio

1693%

MDMaryland

1603%

NCNorth Carolina

1603%

GAGeorgia

1503%

AZArizona

1312%

ILIllinois

1242%

SDSouth Dakota

1172%

TNTennessee

1142%

MIMichigan

1102%

COColorado

1092%

NYNew York

1082%

SC88

NJNew Jersey

821%

CTConnecticut

801%

RI78

MO77

OK59

WA58

NH55

VT55

NV54

OR52

UT50

KY41

WV39

LA39

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2016.

2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander. There are 8 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander?

NHTSA shows 8 recall campaigns for the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander?

You'll get between 22 and 27 MPG combined from the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander?

POWER TRAIN problems top the list with 167 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.