The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander's elevated safety profile includes 5 recall campaigns and 29 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

18V5910002018-05-09

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicles equipped with 18-inch alloy wheels. The Certification Label lists an incorrect rear wheel rim size. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

The incorrect rim size information on the label can cause the operator to replace the rim with an incorrect rim size, 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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20V2800002020-18-05

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

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.

An incorrectly assembled seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury in 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 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander has accumulated 29 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with air bags leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Air Bags5

02Service Brakes3

03Structure2

04Seats2

05Electrical System,engine2

29 total across 1 model years (2019–2019)Full data at NHTSA.gov

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Mitsubishi Outlander Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander trims

22–27mpg combined

20-25city

26-30hwy

$1,600-$2,650/yr

With 9 configurations tested, the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander ranges from 22 to 27 MPG combined. That's a 5 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

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/yr5/10 Average

Outlander Sport 4WD - Automatic (AV-S6)

26mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

23 city29 hwy~$1,700/yr5/10 Average

Outlander PHEV - Automatic (A1)

25mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

25 city26 hwy~$1,750/yr10/10 Clean

Outlander Sport 2WD - Automatic (AV-S6)

25mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city29 hwy~$1,750/yr5/10 Average

Outlander Sport 2WD - Manual 5-spd

25mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city29 hwy~$1,750/yr5/10 Average

Outlander Sport 4WD - Automatic (AV-S6)

25mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

23 city28 hwy~$1,750/yr5/10 Average

Outlander 4WD - Automatic (S6)

22mpg

3.0L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

20 city27 hwy~$2,650/yr4/10 Average

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

SEL Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL

How does the SEL compare to other Mitsubishi Outlander trims?

The SEL occupies a distinct position in the Mitsubishi Outlander range. See how it stacks up on the 2019 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL?

Maintenance costs for the SEL align with the broader Mitsubishi Outlander ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2019 model year has 5 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is air bags. Check the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Mitsubishi Outlander SEL?

For the SEL, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Mitsubishi Outlander buyer's guide.

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