2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Problems: 14 Known Issues
2022 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated November 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander has 14 documented known issues, with 7 rated critical. The most serious are Seat Belt Automatic Locking Retractor Deactivates Early (Child-Seat Recall 21V596), CVT shudder or surge as the belt slips and contaminates the valve body — bulletin TSB-20-23-001REV4, Hood can flutter and bounce while driving on early 2022 builds — bulletin TSB-26-42A-002, PHEV Regenerative Brake System (RBS) Fault Drops the Car into Limp Mode Mid-Descent ($150-$3,000 repair), Fuel Pump Failure Causing Engine Stall (Recall 22V027), Phantom / False Automatic Emergency Braking (Forward Collision Mitigation) and Tailgate Gas Spring Cylinder Corrodes Internally and Can Rupture or Drop the Liftgate (Recalls 25V507 / 26V252) ($0-$400 repair). Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $150 to $3,000. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
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BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Outlander and 2026 Outlander PHEV vehicles. Due to improper software programming, the Alliance In-Vehicle Infotainment (A-IVI) system may fail to display the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022 Outlander vehicles. The commutator and wires inside the fuel pump may be fused incorrectly, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022 Outlander vehicles. The front and second-row passenger seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling one 2022 Outlander vehicle. A software programming error with a welding robot may have caused the vehicle's center pillar to be welded incorrectly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages" and 216, "Roof Crush Resistance."
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022 Outlander vehicles. The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) in the right front, second-row right, and second-row left seat belt assemblies may deactivate before the seat belts are fully retracted, which can result in an unsecured child restraint system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
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What are the most common Mitsubishi Outlander problems?
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander has 14 documented issues. Documented issues include: Seat Belt Automatic Locking Retractor Deactivates Early (Child-Seat Recall 21V596), CVT shudder or surge as the belt slips and contaminates the valve body — bulletin TSB-20-23-001REV4, Hood can flutter and bounce while driving on early 2022 builds — bulletin TSB-26-42A-002. Of these, 7 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?
The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander has 14 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 7 issues are rated critical: Seat Belt Automatic Locking Retractor Deactivates Early (Child-Seat Recall 21V596) and CVT shudder or surge as the belt slips and contaminates the valve body — bulletin TSB-20-23-001REV4 and Hood can flutter and bounce while driving on early 2022 builds — bulletin TSB-26-42A-002 and PHEV Regenerative Brake System (RBS) Fault Drops the Car into Limp Mode Mid-Descent and Fuel Pump Failure Causing Engine Stall (Recall 22V027) and Phantom / False Automatic Emergency Braking (Forward Collision Mitigation) and Tailgate Gas Spring Cylinder Corrodes Internally and Can Rupture or Drop the Liftgate (Recalls 25V507 / 26V252). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Mitsubishi Outlander problems?
Repair costs for known Mitsubishi Outlander issues range from $0 to $3,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What is the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Seat Belt Automatic Locking Retractor Deactivates Early (Child-Seat Recall 21V596)?
NHTSA recall 21V596000 covers 3,735 model-year 2022 Outlander vehicles whose right-front and both second-row passenger automatic locking retractors may deactivate before the webbing is fully retracted, potentially leaving a child restraint unsecured. Recall 22V335000 covers an ad… Severity: high.
What is the 2016-2020, 2022-2024 Mitsubishi Outlander CVT shudder or surge as the belt slips and contaminates the valve body — bulletin TSB-20-23-001REV4?
Mitsubishi's bulletin says CVT-8 transmissions may shudder or surge, possibly caused by poor reaction of the hydraulic pressure circuit. With continued driving the CVT belt may slip repeatedly when accelerating and abrasion powder may enter the hydraulic circuit, turning on a war… Severity: high.
What is the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Hood can flutter and bounce while driving on early 2022 builds — bulletin TSB-26-42A-002?
Mitsubishi's bulletin says the hoods of certain 2022 Outlanders flutter and bounce while driving, caused by insufficient hood reinforcement. A non-reinforced hood shows no bolt heads on its underside. Applies to: 2022 Outlander produced February 8, 2021 to November 12, 2021, with… Severity: high.
What is the 2014-2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Regenerative Brake System (RBS) Fault Drops the Car into Limp Mode Mid-Descent?
The PHEV blends friction braking with motor regeneration through the RBS control unit, which cross-checks wheel speed sensors, the brake stroke sensor, the motor controllers and the traction battery's ability to accept regenerated charge. In owner reports the fault most often app… Repairs typically run $150-$3,000. Severity: high.
What is the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Fuel Pump Failure Causing Engine Stall (Recall 22V027)?
NHTSA recall 22V027000 and Mitsubishi campaign SR-22-001 cover certain 2022 Outlander vehicles. The commutator and wires inside the fuel pump may have been fused incorrectly, which can cause the pump to fail; fuel-pump failure can stall the engine and increase crash risk. NHTSA l… Severity: high.
What is the 2022-2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Phantom / False Automatic Emergency Braking (Forward Collision Mitigation)?
Multiple NHTSA complaints describe the Outlander's Forward Collision Mitigation system warning and applying automatic braking with no obstacle present, including a 2022 owner whose car braked on its own in rain with nothing ahead and another whose system braked when a pickup in t… Severity: high.
What is the 2014-2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Tailgate Gas Spring Cylinder Corrodes Internally and Can Rupture or Drop the Liftgate (Recalls 25V507 / 26V252)?
The steel cylinder of each tailgate gas spring is protected only by a heat-shrink resin sleeve. Salt water works its way under the spring's dust cap, sits against the bare cylinder wall and corrodes it. Because the cylinder holds high-pressure gas, a corroded wall can either lose… Repairs typically run $0-$400. Severity: high.
What is the 2022-2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Infotainment screen can freeze or go black and lose the rearview camera image — recall 25V369?
Because of improper software programming, the Alliance In-Vehicle Infotainment (A-IVI) unit may freeze or display a black screen. If that happens while backing up, the rearview camera image can be lost, which fails Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 111 and increases the risk… Severity: medium.
What is the 2018-2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV reduced cabin heat — reported inline coolant-filter blockage?
MMNA Tech Talk 266 (February 2022) reports some US-market PHEVs with reduced or absent cabin heat and material blocking an inline filter. The bulletin lists no model years, and it does not identify the material as crystallized coolant, prescribe a failure mileage, or establish va… Severity: medium.
What is the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Engine Malfunction / 'Power Reduced' Warning from ECU Software (False P0401/P0404, TSB-22-13-001)?
Mitsubishi TSB-22-13-001 covers 2022 Outlander vehicles built before December 16, 2021. The check-engine light or an Engine Malfunction / Power Reduced Service Now warning may appear while idling or driving, with P0401, P0404 or other codes, because the engine ECU requires counte… Severity: medium.
What is the 2022-2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Front Strut Bearing Creak/Pop When Turning?
On 2022-2024 Outlanders, the front strut bearing support can be deformed by the loaded coil spring, causing a creaking or popping noise from the front strut when the steering wheel is turned. Mitsubishi bulletin TSB-23-33-002REV3 covers 2022-2024 Outlanders up to VIN JA4J3WA83RZ0… Severity: low.
What is the 2022-2023 Mitsubishi Outlander New-Vehicle Wheel-Vibration Investigation — TIN-22-31-001REV4?
Mitsubishi's May 2023 TIN-22-31-001REV4 investigates incorrect wheel balance found during pre-delivery inspection or shortly after delivery on 2022–2023 Outlanders and 2023 Outlander PHEVs. Dealers were asked to document balancing results, wheel condition, tire details and when v… Severity: low.
What is the 2022-2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Front brake pad retainers can deform and touch the disc, making noise — bulletin TSB-24-35-001?
When braking or turning, noise may be heard from the front brake caliper. Mitsubishi says the front brake pad retainers have low rigidity and move with the pads, so a retainer can deform and touch the brake disc, and a scratched rotor may need resurfacing or replacement. Applies… Severity: low.
What is the 2022-2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Windshield cracking on the fourth-generation Outlander (owner reports)?
Owners report the windshield cracking within weeks or months of ownership; one owner reports repeated cracks in the same central spot with no chip or stone impact. Applies to: Fourth-generation Outlander (2022 on); one owner report is for a 2022 Outlander and the other is a revie… Severity: low.
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