How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander?

NHTSA lists 23 brake complaints for the 2016 Outlander, which is 16% of the 145 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander?

Yes. Recall 20V741000 covers rear brake caliper assemblies with peeled rust prevention coating, and recall 18V070000 covers water intrusion into rear brake calipers causing parking brake shaft corrosion.

At what mileage do brake problems typically occur on the 2016 Outlander?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 42,946 miles.

Did the 2016 Outlander brake issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 3 crashes and 2 injuries linked to brake complaints for the 2016 Outlander.

2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 23 brake complaints for the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander, 16% of all complaints that year, with 3 crashes and 2 injuries reported. Two related recalls (20V741000 and 18V070000) cover rear brake caliper and parking brake corrosion issues. Median mileage at failure is 42,946 miles.

Brakes complaints: 23; 16% of 145
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 42,946 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Brake pedal fails to stop the vehicle despite being fully depressed, sometimes leading to a collision.
Vibration felt in the steering wheel and brake pedal during braking, often traced to premature rotor and pad wear.
Parking brake lever fails to hold or engage properly, accompanied by a clicking noise from the handle.
Front or rear brake calipers freeze or corrode well before expected service life, with one owner reporting failure at 65,000 miles.
Delays in obtaining recall parts for parking brake caliper corrosion left some owners waiting for repairs.
Brake shaking combined with the vehicle pulling to one side while braking.

When 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander brake complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 23, 2016, latest Nov 18, 2025.

23 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2016 to Nov 2025; peak Apr 2021 (3).

Brakes recalls for the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander

NHTSA 20V741000Nov 30, 2020Brakes21,758 vehicles
Parking brake
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles. The rust prevention coating on the rear brake operating shafts could have been peeled off during the assembly process. As a result, water entering the rear brake caliper boot may cause the parking brake operating shafts to corrode and possibly bind.
Risk: If the parking brake operating shafts bind, the parking brakes may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brakes do not engage properly, the vehicle could rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake caliper assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 4, 2021. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-005.
NHTSA 18V070000Jan 26, 2018Brakes170,354 vehicles
Parking brake
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Outlander and 2013-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter the rear brake calipers causing the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and possibly bind.
Risk: If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake calipers and replace the parking brake boot and lever or the brake caliper body, as necessary. Dealers will also replace the piston assembly of the rear brake caliper. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-002.

Brakes complaints by Outlander model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20106 (10%)
20114 (7%)
20123 (14%)
20132 (8%)
20144 (9%)
20156 (12%)
201623 (16%)
201713 (25%)
20186 (11%)
20199 (31%)
20202 (6%)
202216 (7%)
20236 (13%)
20244 (15%)
20251 (7%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander?: NHTSA lists 23 brake complaints for the 2016 Outlander, which is 16% of the 145 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander?: Yes. Recall 20V741000 covers rear brake caliper assemblies with peeled rust prevention coating, and recall 18V070000 covers water intrusion into rear brake calipers causing parking brake shaft corrosion.
At what mileage do brake problems typically occur on the 2016 Outlander?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 42,946 miles.
Did the 2016 Outlander brake issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 3 crashes and 2 injuries linked to brake complaints for the 2016 Outlander.