Model year

2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

SUV, plug-in hybrid, built in Japan. Owner complaints on file from Dec 27, 2019 to Dec 27, 2019.

Recall campaigns covering this model year4410k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Below the median 2019 suv
Severity index0.02019 suvs average 5.0
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV peaked in 2019, with 1 filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

00.250.50.751201912020202120222023202420252026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

100% of complaints about the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV name brakes

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Brakes
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

4 recall campaigns cover the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
26V-252Apr 20, 2026Liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedlyStructure108,046Part replacement
25V-507Aug 7, 2025Liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedlyStructure121,529Part replacement
20V-403Jul 13, 2020Second-row center seat belt buckle may interfere with the right-side seat belt buckle when the seat backs are folded downSeat belts177,000Repair or modification
20V-280May 18, 2020Seat belt for the right side second-row seat may have been assembled incorrectlySeat belts3,241Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Dec 27, 2019Failure Dec 27, 20195,439 milesLakewood, CAService brakes

    MY FORWARD COLLISION MITIGATION (FCM) SYSTEM ACTIVATED WHILE CAR WAS IN MOTION ON A CITY STREET GOING STRAIGHT WITH NO HAZARDS OR OBJECTS OBSTRUCTING THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS A CAR FAR AHEAD OF ME THAT HAD A SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF EXHAUST (WATER VAPOR) AND IS WAS A VERY COLD MORNING. THIS WAS THE ONLY FACTOR THAT I SUSPECT TRIGGERED THE BRAKING EPISODE.

    NHTSA complaint 11291654
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

1 NHTSA investigation on file

  • DP22005 Defect petition, Electrical system
    Pedestrian alert sounds
    Opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023 · led to a recall
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins

82 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

  • DEALER LETTER 260708 Jul 8, 2026 · Other
    This dealer letter informs dealers that the second edition of the High Voltage Safety online course is now available.
  • TSB-23-55-001 Feb 12, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This revised Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions on how to remedy noise from the HVAC system (heater, air conditioner, ventilation vents) when the blower motor is turned on.
  • TECH TALK 290 Feb 12, 2026 · Other
    Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
  • TIN-25-SR-002A Oct 8, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Information Notice informs dealers that MMNA is investigating the field performance of certain liftgate gas springs outside the population of vehicles covered by Safety Recall No. SR-25-002.
  • TECH TALK 284 Jan 29, 2025 · Other
    Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
  • TSB-20-54-002REV Jul 23, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin instructs the dealer to update the Smartphone Link Display Audio software to resolve poor sound quality during Hands-free phone calls.
  • DEALER LETTER Jun 14, 2024 · Other
    This is a dealer letter sent to dealers informing them of the annual distribution of Electric Vehicle (EV) insulated gloves.
  • TSB-24-17-001 Mar 29, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides the addition of the Steering Wheel Switch Light Lens disassembly and assembly procedure in the applicable Service Manual sections.
  • TIN21-37-001REV3 Jan 29, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Revised Technical Information Notice provides dealers with the requirements needed to be entered into the Photo Required Condition & Pre-Approval Center (PRC) for a vehicle pulling/drifting and/or with steering wheel off-center concerns.
  • TSB-23-55-006 Oct 24, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides revisions to the procedure for the oil refill amount of the A/C compressor section in the applicable Service Manual.
  • DEALER LETTER Jul 21, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
  • DEALER LETTER May 25, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This is a dealer letter sent to dealers informing them of the annual distribution of Electric Vehicle (EV) insulated gloves.
  • TSB-23-54-004 May 9, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin provides service manual corrections to the diagnostic procedure for the battery management unit.
  • TSB-23-13-003 May 9, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin provides service manual corrections for the evaporative emission control system and multiport fuel injection solenoid valve.
  • TSB-23-00-004 Apr 24, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
  • TSB-23-00-001 Apr 24, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more than 1.5 percent of the vehicle's gross vehicle weight ratin…
  • DEALER LETTER Apr 21, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
  • TSB-23-55-003 Mar 27, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin provides corrections and additional information for the Heater, Air Conditioning and Ventilation section of the Service Manual.
  • TSB-23-54-001 Mar 27, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions to reprogram the Gateway ECU software for the Blind Spot Warning (BSW).
  • TSB-23-33-003 Mar 27, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin provides correction to the procedures for the Lower Arm Bushing Replacement in the Front Suspension section of the Service Manual.
  • TSB-21-52A-002RE Mar 7, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to replace the seat adjuster assembly and power seat harness in affected vehicles with improved countermeasure parts.
  • TSB-23-55-001 Jan 25, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This TSB provides instructions on how to remedy noise heard from the HVAC system (heater, air conditioner, ventilation vents) when the blower motor is turned on.
  • TSB-23-33-001 Jan 25, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This TSB provides corrections and additional information for the Front and Rear Suspension inspection procedures. (Service Manual Revision)
  • TSB-23-11-001 Jan 12, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This TSB provides revisions to the Removal and Installation procedures for the rocker cover due to changes in the quantity of mounting bolts for vehicles equipped with 4B1 series engine. (Service Manual Revision)
  • TIN-21-37-001REV Jan 12, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This is a Revised Technical Information Notice advising dealers of the instructions to follow when performing a wheel alignment check and adjustment on an affected vehicle with a customer concern of pulling/drifting and/or steering wheel off-center concerns.
  • TSB-22-51-003 Dec 19, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers informing them of updates to the Troubleshooting Procedure for the Windshield Wiper in the Exterior portion of the affected Service Manuals.
  • TSB-22-35-001 Dec 19, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers informing them of updates to the Stoplight Switch Check section, in the Service Brakes portion of the affected Service Manuals.
  • TECH TALK 270 Oct 10, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
  • TSB-22-54-003 Apr 7, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part.
  • TSB-22-42A-001 Mar 22, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers informing them if customers report a condition where the Driver's Side Window Switch becomes inoperable during certain conditions when using the one touch function to open/close the window to replace the s…
  • TSB-22-42A-001 Mar 22, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers informing them if customers report a condition where the Driver's Side Window Switch becomes inoperable during certain conditions when using the one touch function to open/close the window to replace the s…
  • TIN-22-54-004 Mar 8, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers to advise that TIN-20-54-001REV2 is no longer applicable. MMNA no longer requires voltage measurements or information about affected vehicles that are beyond the terms of the warranty.
  • TSB-22-52A-001RE Jan 31, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to apply Nonwoven Fabric Tape between the Seat Back and Urethane Pad when customers report a condition where an abnormal rubbing noise is heard from the Seat Back when a driver and/or passenger is seated in …
  • TIN-22-00-001 Jan 19, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing them certified EV dealers MUST have a set of electrically insulated gloves, MB992648-01. While servicing an i-MiEV or Outlander PHEV, these gloves are essential in protecting a Technician from …
  • TSB-21-52A-002 Oct 26, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to replace the seat adjuster assembly and power seat harness in affected vehicles with improved countermeasure parts. Due to a change in the reclining motor, the new longer harness and connector are necessary.
  • TSB-21-52A-002 Oct 26, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to replace the seat adjuster assembly and power seat harness in affected vehicles with improved countermeasure parts. Due to a change in the reclining motor, the new longer harness and connector are necessary.
  • TIN-21-37-001REV Oct 25, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing them of the photo requirement for claims when performing a wheel alignment check and adjustment on an affected vehicle with a customer concern of pulling/drifting and/or steering wheel off-cent…
  • TSB-21-54-005 Oct 5, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers updating content for the Chassis Electrical section of the affected Service Manuals, Check at Combination Meter Terminals.
  • TSB-21-42A-006 Oct 5, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers updating content for the Body section of the affected Service Manual, Fuel Filler Lid.
  • TIN-21-00-004 Aug 24, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing them Owner Manuals (OM) are now available electronically beginning with Model Year 2015.
  • TSB 21 34 001 Jun 3, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers informing them a shock absorber oil leak may result in replacement of absorbers unnecessarily when trace amounts of oil are noted to have adhered to the shock absorber.
  • TSB-21-34-001 Jun 3, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers informing them a shock absorber oil leak may result in replacement of absorbers unnecessarily when trace amounts of oil are noted to have adhered to the shock absorber.
  • TIN-21-13-001 Apr 9, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Information Notice provides additional instructions to dealers when replacing the Valve Cover Gasket due to a customer concern of oil leaking.
  • TIN-21-00-002 Feb 16, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers notifying them certified EV dealers must have a set of electrically insulated gloves available for use while servicing an i-MiEV or Outlander PHEV to assist in protecting a Technician from a potentially …
  • TIN-20-54-001REV Dec 22, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Information Notice supersedes TIN-20-54-001, issued May, 2020, to clarify the affected vehicles are 2019-2020 Outlander and 2019-2020 Outlander PHEV built after February 8, 2019.
  • TSB-20-52A-002 Oct 14, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin was sent informing dealers an abnormal rubbing noise is heard from the Seat Back when a driver and/or passenger is seated in the front seat(s) and instructs dealers to apply Nonwoven Fabric Tape between the Seat Back and Uret…
  • TSB-20-15-001 Oct 5, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin was sent informing dealers a rattle noise may be heard from the Heat Protector of the Exhaust Manifold and instructs dealers to replace the Heat Protector Assembly with a new part.
  • TSB-20-54A-001 Sep 22, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This TSB updates the affected Service Manual Data List Reference tables within the Chassis Electrical section. These changes are being made to correct the Left, Right, and Center Reflection Amplitudes within the table.
  • SR-20-004 Sep 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Safety Recall Bulletin provides instructions and procedures for the modification of the second row center seat belt, related labels, inserts, and replacement of the second row right hand side seat belt (if needed).
  • TIN-20-SR-004 Sep 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Information Notice was sent informing dealers a recall campaign will be released today due to the seat belt buckle design on the second row seat.
  • TIN-20-SR-004 Sep 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Technical Information Notification to Dealerships of SR-20-004 Recall TSB publication.
  • SR-20-004 Sep 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Safety Recall Bulletin provides instructions and procedures for the modification of the second row center seat belt, related labels, inserts, and replacement of the second row right hand side seat belt (if needed). Due to seat arrangement of the seco…
  • TSB-20-54A-001 Sep 22, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TSB updates the affected Service Manual Data List Reference tables within the Chassis Electrical section. These changes are being made to correct the Left, Right, and Center Reflection Amplitudes within the table.
  • TSB-20-52A-003 Aug 26, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This TSB updates the Interior section of the affected Service Manuals to update the Interior Inside Rear View Mirror replacement procedure.
  • TSB-20-52A-003 Aug 26, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This TSB updates the Interior section of the affected Service Manuals to update the Interior Inside Rear View Mirror replacement procedure.
  • TSB-20-36-002 Jun 22, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers how to perform maintenance to resolve cases where the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) function has not been used in a long time and the brake pads are worn down; when the EPB is operated it may take increased…
  • Customer Letter Jun 10, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Letter was sent to customers informing them of launch of Recall SR-20-002, and also providing customers instruction on how to obtain repairs.
  • SR-20-002REV Jun 4, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Safety Recall Bulletin supersedes Bulletin SR-20-002 to clarify Seat Belt Anchor Inspection Procedure photos. This Safety Recall Bulletin provides instructions for inspecting the 2nd-row RH-side (passenger side) seat belt shoulder anchor. If necessa…
  • SR-20-002 May 28, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin for Safety Recall SR-20-002 was sent to dealers informing them of the recall being released for the Seat Belt guide being installed improperly. This notice stops sale of the affected vehicles until they are inspected and clea…
  • ATIN-20-SR-002-A May 27, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Advanced Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing them of the upcoming recall being released for the Seat Belt guide being installed improperly. This notice stops sale of the affected vehicles until they are inspected and cleared.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.