P0562 on Mitsubishi: How to Diagnose & Fix
System Voltage Low
1 Mitsubishi model · 2 documented issues · 2 critical
P0562 on Mitsubishi by model: symptoms, diagnosis and fix
On 2008-2012 Outlanders fitted with the 4B11 or 4B12 four-cylinder engine, the flange of the automatic drive belt tensioner may crack. A cracked flange lets the accessory drive belt detach from the engine. For the driver, the sequence is what matters: with the belt off, the battery begins to discharge and the engine eventually stalls, which NHTSA identifies as an increased risk of a crash — losing the engine on a highway ramp or in an intersection is the scenario behind the high severity rating. Coverage depends on the engine, not just the year, so V6 Outlanders and other engine variants are outside this campaign. Mitsubishi's filing counts 141,053 vehicles, but that figure is campaign-wide across every model in the recall, not an Outlander-only number.
Common Symptoms
- Drive belt detaches from the engine
- Battery goes flat / discharges while driving
- Engine stalls
How to Fix
The fix is free at any Mitsubishi dealer under recall 18V069000 (Mitsubishi's own number is SR-18-001). The dealer removes the original belt tensioner and installs a replacement with a revised, stronger flange shape; there is no charge for parts or labor. Notices went out starting March 27, 2018. Because the Outlanders involved are now well into the used market, check your specific VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls rather than assuming a previous owner had it done — recall repairs stay free indefinitely and follow the vehicle, not the buyer. Questions can go to Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820.
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Sources for this issue (1)
If your 2008-2011 Outlander has a 4B1-series engine, it is part of Mitsubishi recall 14V562000. On these engines a single belt-and-pulley arrangement turns the alternator, the cooling fan and — on vehicles so equipped — the power steering pump. Mitsubishi found the pulleys can wear unusually, letting the belt detach. Once the belt is gone the alternator no longer charges the battery, the battery drains, and the engine can stall, which is the crash risk NHTSA cites. The recall population of 165,923 vehicles is the total for the entire campaign across all the Mitsubishi models it names, not an Outlander-specific count; the 2011 Outlander Sport was covered as well.
Common Symptoms
- Drive belt detaches from the engine
- Battery goes flat / charging system stops working
- Engine stall
- Heavier steering if the power steering pump is belt-driven
How to Fix
Have it done free of charge at a Mitsubishi dealer under recall SR-14-009. The dealer swaps the original belt for a rubber drive belt and checks the drive pulleys, replacing any that are excessively worn. Owner notification started October 15, 2014, so on a vehicle this age the work may already have been completed — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure, or call Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.
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Sources for this issue (1)
P0562 code reference
General diagnostic-code context. The code alone does not confirm a cause for your vehicle; use the applicable issue card and its sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does P0562 mean on a Mitsubishi?
P0562 stands for "System Voltage Low." P0562 means the engine computer detected that the vehicle's system (battery/charging) voltage is too low for normal operation. The computer constantly monitors charging-system voltage because nearly every sensor, injector, and module depends on a stable supply; sustained low voltage can cause erratic behavior and other false codes. This is most often a charging or battery problem — the alternator isn't keeping up, the battery is weak, or there's resistance in the cables/grounds. You may notice dim lights, slow cranking, or multiple unrelated warning lights. On Mitsubishi it is documented across 1 model: Outlander.
What are the most common causes of P0562?
The most common causes of P0562 are: Failing alternator or worn alternator brushes/regulator, Weak, old, or discharged battery, Corroded, loose, or damaged battery cables and terminals, Bad engine or chassis ground connections, Slipping, glazed, or broken serpentine/drive belt, High resistance in charging system wiring or fusible link, Faulty PCM voltage reference or charging-system control. The specific cause varies by vehicle.
How much does it cost to fix P0562 on a Mitsubishi?
Repair costs vary widely with the root cause and Mitsubishi model; each issue on this page carries its own estimate where one is published.
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