2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander has a complaint index of 47, ranking 11th out of 20 model years, and earns a Good verdict. It carries 29 complaints, 5 recalls, and no do-not-drive recalls, with brakes the top problem area at 31% of complaints.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 47/100
- #11 of 20 Outlander years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 29
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 5
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 5
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 5
- Top issue
- Brakes
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 25.5
- 24.5 city / 28 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 5 / 0
Top 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Brakes9 (31%)
- Electrical System8 (28%)
- Airbags7 (24%)
- Structure & Body5 (17%)
- Engine4 (14%)
- Transmission & Powertrain3 (10%)
- Fuel System2 (7%)
- Seat Belts2 (7%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (3%)
- Other1 (3%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners describe brakes failing to stop the vehicle, including one case where the car rolled backward down an incline and brakes did not engage until the start button was pressed.
- Frontal airbags reportedly failed to deploy in multiple crashes, in some cases leading to serious injuries described by owners.
- Some drivers report sudden stalling from highway speed down to a stop with no warning, tied to electronic range and fuel detection systems.
- A fire was reported near the engine compartment while the vehicle was parked and off, requiring fire department response.
- One owner reported a loose front driver seat rocking at its base shortly after purchase.
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander recalls
5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V252000Apr 20, 2026Structure & Body108,046 vehicles
Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:support device/strut
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.
Risk: A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 25V507000Aug 7, 2025Structure & Body121,529 vehicles
Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:support device/strut
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.
Risk: A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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
- NHTSA 20V403000Jul 13, 2020Seat Belts177,000 vehicles
Seat belts: rear/other:buckle assembly
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Outlander and 2018-2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The second-row center seat belt buckle may interfere with the right-side seat belt buckle when the seat backs are folded down. The interference may cause the right-side seat belt buckle cover to come off, making the buckle latch inoperable and unable to restrain an occupant.
Risk: An unrestrained occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will modify the second-row center seat belt buckle cover, install a new warning label to the second-row seat support base, and provide a new warning label insert for the owner's manual, free of charge. The recall began September 1, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-20-004.
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 24.5 MPG
- Highway
- 28 MPG
- Combined
- 25.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,550
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2019 compared with other Outlander years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?
- Compared to other Outlander model years, 2019 ranks 11th out of 20 with a complaint index of 47 and a Good verdict, meaning it performs better than most other years.
- What problems does the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander have?
- NHTSA complaints point to brakes as the top problem area (31% of complaints), followed by electrical system issues (28%) and airbag complaints (24%).
- Does the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2019 Outlander, covering liftgate gas springs, second-row seat belt buckles and assembly, and an incorrect wheel certification label. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- Were there any airbag problems reported for the 2019 Outlander?
- Yes, owners reported 7 airbag-related complaints, including crashes where frontal airbags reportedly did not deploy, accounting for 24% of total complaints and 4 crashes.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander?
- The EPA rates it at 25.5 mpg combined (24.5 city / 28 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,550.