2014–2022 Mitsubishi Outlander, Outlander Phev recall: Structure: body, hatchback/liftgate, support device/strut
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 25V507000
- Reported
- August 7, 2025
- Manufacturer
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Part
- Structure: body, hatchback/liftgate, support device/strut
- Vehicles affected
- About 121,529
What is wrong
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.
Safety risk
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 October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-25-002
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Mitsubishi Outlander (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020); Mitsubishi Outlander Phev (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
What is the fix?
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
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.