NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Mitsubishi Outlander is a five-passenger compact SUV that competes in one of the most crowded segments in the American market. Aimed at budget-conscious families who want three-row versatility without a premium price tag, the Outlander has undergone a significant generational shift during our 2019-to-2025 coverage window, moving from a dated but functional platform to a more modern, feature-forward redesign.
The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 78 out of 100, an average result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 7 recalls on record, reflected in the score.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally regard the Outlander as a value-oriented compact SUV that improved substantially with its generational redesign, praising the updated interior quality and standard feature content. Most acknowledge that it trails class leaders in driving refinement and powertrain performance, positioning it as a practical choice for shoppers prioritizing affordability and space over outright polish.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16057
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE25V369000
Risk: 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.
Reported 2025-06-02
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION23V345000
Risk: 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.
Reported 2023-06-06
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION22V470000
Risk: An inoperable rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 1, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-88-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-003. This recall was replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V369.
Reported 2022-07-08
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR22V335000
Risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-88-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-002.
Reported 2022-05-13
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP22V027000
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 18, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-001.
Reported 2022-01-24
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS21V821000
Risk: In the event of a crash, the reduced strength of the vehicle body may increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: MMNA will repurchase and replace the affected vehicle, free of charge. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-21-009.
Reported 2021-10-18
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR21V596000
Risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the right front seat belt assembly, and the right and left second-row seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 28, 2021. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-21-007.
Reported 2021-08-02
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
208 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.