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2013
20153rd generation
Complaints only. Too few sold to score: 13,068 in the U.S. in 2014 (sales source), under the 20,000 a fair per-car score needs. Owners filed 26 complaints in its first 3 years.
26 owner complaints, first 3 years 23–27 mpg combined, EPA
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Lemon Index: 100 = the average car, lower is better.
When problems show up
Most problems on this year showed up between 3,000 and 39,000 miles (4,800–63,000 km) (the middle half of the 24 complaints, of all 26 filed so far, that listed a mileage).
- At 60K, 100K and 150K miles (97K, 161K and 241K km) Past the range where most problems showed up: it has likely had them or dodged them, so repair records matter most.
This is when owners who had a problem reported it, not the odds that one car will have it.
Questions to ask the seller
- Were recalls 26V252000 (body structure), 25V507000 (body structure) and 20V403000 (seat belts) done? It has 4 recalls in all. Ask for the dealer printout, or check the VIN.
- Is the airbag light off, and were any airbag recalls done?
- Do all the seat belts latch and retract?
- Any rust or damage underneath, or doors and hatches that don't close right?
- Mitsubishi sent dealers 130 repair notes for this car. Was this one done: “This is a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) that was sent to dealers to inform them that…”?
From this year's own recalls, top problems, top repair bills and Mitsubishi's repair notes. Recall repairs are free at any dealer.
How serious. Out of all 26 owner complaints filed so far (every year since it was sold, not just the first 3), owners reported:
“Average car” = what the same number of complaints would include at the rate across every model year we track. Owners report these themselves; NHTSA doesn't confirm the cause.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
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When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 3K to 39K miles (5K to 63K km) on the car (24 of all 26 complaints filed so far listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
In owners' words
I had a very bad accident and my car got totaled but airbags did not deploye
2014 Mitsubishi Outlander owner · NHTSA complaint 10884547
More owner reports
Air bag light always on. Alternator continues to run even when car is turned off which kills my battery.
NHTSA complaint 11019423
Airbag service required light is staying on with no accidents or reason for deployment. The vehicle is stationary and the warning stays on, also the passenger seatbelt light is staying on
NHTSA complaint 11044817
Problems Mitsubishi told dealers about
Mitsubishi sent dealers 130 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- This is a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) that was sent to dealers to inform them that…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Recalls 4
- Body structure · recall issued 2026 New: most likely still open
The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.
- Body structure · recall issued 2025
The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the li.
- Seat belts · recall issued 2020
The second-row center seat belt buckle may interfere with the right-side seat belt buckle when the seat backs are folded down.
Show all 4 recalls
- Parking brake · recall issued 2018
Water may enter the rear brake calipers causing the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and possibly bind.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Canada? See recalls at Transport Canada
Every Mitsubishi Outlander recall, all years · All Mitsubishi recalls
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Outlander SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Mitsubishi Outlander SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV AWD Later Release | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV FWD Later Release | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV AWD Early Release | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
| Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV FWD Early Release | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2,200–$3,250 (USD) a year in fuel (EPA estimate at U.S. prices, 15,000 miles or 24,000 km a year). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl.
Every Mitsubishi Outlander year. 2014 is highlighted. Lower is better.
Newest year first. Red = worse than average, gray = about average, too new (2023+: a partial score, marked “partial”) or too few complaints to score.
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Is the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?
We can't score it: only 13,068 were sold in the U.S. in 2014 (calendar-year sales), under the 20,000 we need for a fair per-car score. Owners filed 26 complaints with NHTSA in its first 3 years.
What are the most common 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are airbags (38%), seat belts (15%) and body structure (15%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander have?
4 safety recalls (latest: body structure). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander get?
23 to 27 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander problems show up?
Most problems on this year showed up between 3,000 and 39,000 miles (4,800–63,000 km) (the middle half of the 24 complaints, of all 26 filed so far, that listed a mileage). At 60K, 100K and 150K miles, a 2014 is past the range where most problems showed up: it has likely had them or dodged them, so repair records matter most. This is when owners who had a problem reported it, not a prediction for one car.
Does the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander cost in fuel a year?
About $2,200 to $3,250 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander have?
2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl.
What Mitsubishi Outlander year is better than the 2014?
Nearby, the 2017 drew fewer owner complaints per car sold (about average). Across every year, 2020 drew the fewest.
The Lemon Index counts owner complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model years (100 = average, lower is better). It measures complaints, not crash safety. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works