Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Liftgate Gas Springs May Rupture
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2026. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-26-001. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov June 3, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V507.
Liftgate Gas Springs May Rupture
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-25-002
Incorrectly Assembled Rear Seat Belt Assembly
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- An incorrectly assembled seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- Remedy
- MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the right side second-row seat belt and replace it as necessary, free of charge. This recall began June 17, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-002.
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Owner complaints (31)
31 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 31 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 11 | 35.5% |
| Unknown or other | 8 | 25.8% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 6 | 19.4% |
| Air bags | 4 | 12.9% |
| Engine | 2 | 6.5% |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 6.5% |
| Lane departure | 2 | 6.5% |
| Seats | 2 | 6.5% |
| Service brakes | 2 | 6.5% |
| Structure | 2 | 6.5% |
How 2020 compares with other Outlander years
Best and worst Outlander years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 145 | 8 |
| 2017 | 51 | 6 |
| 2018 | 57 | 6 |
| 2019 | 29 | 5 |
| 2020 | 31 | 3 |
| 2022 | 216 | 7 |
| 2023 | 47 | 2 |
| 2024 | 26 | 1 |
| 2025 | 15 | 1 |
| 2026 | 3 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 4 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander suv fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 27 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,500
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 326 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 27 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · AV-S6 CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 30 / 27 | $2,500 | 326 |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · AV-S6 CVT | 4-Wheel Drive | 24 / 29 / 26 | $2,600 | 341 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 25 / 26 / 25 | $2,700 | 174 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 22 | $3,750 | 402 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2020 Outlander for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2020 Mitsubishi Outlander FAQ
How many recalls does the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 26V252000 (structure), 25V507000 (structure), 20V280000 (seat belt). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander problems?
Owners filed 31 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (11), Unknown or other (8), Forward collision avoidance (6) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander get?
EPA rates the 2.4 L 4-cyl · AV-S6 CVT version at 25 city, 30 highway and 27 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander get?
NHTSA rated the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander suv fwd 4 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (18.5% rollover risk).
How does the 2020 Outlander compare with other years?
Among the 2016–2020 Mitsubishi Outlander model years at least five years old, the 2019 drew the fewest complaints (29) and the 2016 the most (145). The 2020 drew 31. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.