NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Safety Ratings
The 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander scores 87 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 4-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 2 recalls, and 40 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander achieves a NHTSA Safety Index of 87/100, placing it in the Strong band. This assessment reflects solid crash-test performance and a full suite of standard crash-avoidance technology. Its record of two recalls is modest, suggesting a well-supported safety choice in its segment.
The 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander received a 4-out-of-5-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 87/100, sourced from NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 139 SUVs from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander ranks 67 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 87 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 4 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 17.9% |
| Recalls on file | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 40 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 67 of 139 SUVs tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander?
The 2023 model year represents a meaningful safety step forward for the Outlander. The NHTSA Safety Index climbed nine points to 87/100 from the 2022 model year's 78/100, moving the vehicle out of the Average band and firmly into Strong territory. That jump is grounded in concrete numbers: crash protection contributed 61 of a possible 70 points, avoidance technology scored a perfect 10/10 reflecting forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control all arriving as standard equipment, and the defect record component added 16.25 of 20 points. The 5-star side-crash result is the headline crash figure for this specific year, contrasting with the 4-star outcomes across frontal and rollover categories. Two recall campaigns, both centered on back-over prevention software rather than structural or powertrain failures, kept the defect-record score relatively healthy. The 40 owner-reported complaints, while worth monitoring given the concentration of electrical and engine allegations, do not alter the index outcome. Taken together, the 2023 Outlander's data profile is distinctly stronger than its immediate predecessor.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander perform in crash tests?
The 2023 Outlander achieved a perfect 5-star rating in NHTSA's side-crash assessment. This strong performance contributed to its overall 4 out of 5 stars from the agency. Frontal crash protection was rated at 4 stars. The Outlander also received 4 stars for rollover protection, with NHTSA determining an 18 percent rollover risk and a No Tip result in the dynamic tip test.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18312
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander have any recalls?
Two recall campaigns cover this model year. The first, issued in 2023, addresses a back-over prevention display function software error affecting 2022-2023 Outlander vehicles. The second, issued in 2025, covers a back-over prevention software concern spanning 2022-2024 Outlanders. Neither campaign carries a park-outside or do-not-drive directive based on available NHTSA data.
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
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Owners have filed 40 unverified complaints with NHTSA, alleging 2 crashes and 3 injuries. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Electrical System (11 reports), Engine (7), Unknown or Other (7), Fuel/Propulsion System (6), Service Brakes (5), and Steering (5). All figures represent unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
40 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Shoppers of the 2023 Outlander should note the two open recalls concerning back-over prevention software. Each of these directly affects the rearview camera's safety function. Confirming the completion of these remedies at a Mitsubishi dealer, via the VIN, is a critical pre-purchase step.
- The 2023 Outlander's Safety Index of 87/100 (Strong) is a nine-point gain over the 2022 model year's 78/100 (Average), the largest single-year improvement visible in this model's recent index history.
- Side-crash protection earned a perfect 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA for this specific model year, making it the strongest individual rating in the 2023 Outlander's crash-test profile.
- Both recalls on this model year target back-over prevention software, meaning the rearview camera or display system is the specific safety function at issue, not the braking or structural systems.
- The 40 unverified owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year include alleged electrical system issues as the single largest category at 11 reports, a pattern worth asking a pre-purchase inspector to evaluate.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander places
The 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Mitsubishi Outlander safety questions
Was the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander earned 4 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 17.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 40 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 18312), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Mitsubishi Outlander 2023.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 67 of 139 in the SUV class for 2023.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.