2014–2022 Mitsubishi Outlander, Mitsubishi Outlander Phev: Structure recall
NHTSA campaign 26V252000 · 108K units potentially affected · filed Apr 20, 2026
What's wrong
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.
Why it matters
A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V252000
- Manufacturer no.
- SR-26-001
- Manufacturer
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT
- Units affected
- 108,046
- Report received
- Apr 20, 2026
- Owner letters
- Jun 17, 2026
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Mitsubishi Outlander 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020
- Mitsubishi Outlander Phev 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022