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Complaints only. Too few sold to score: 19,055 in the U.S. in 2015 (sales source), under the 20,000 a fair per-car score needs. Owners filed 31 complaints in its first 3 years.
31 owner complaints, first 3 years 23–28 mpg combined, EPA
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Lemon Index: 100 = the average car, lower is better.
What breaks most on the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander
- Transmission failure8 complaintsmostly at 17,000–140,000 miles (27,000–225,000 km)
Specific parts named in the 53 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander (all dates). Miles = the odometer owners typed in (middle half); cost = the repair bills owners wrote in those same complaints, in U.S. dollars. Owners' reports, not confirmed defects.
When problems show up
Most problems on this year showed up between 5,000 and 38,000 miles (8,000–61,000 km) (the middle half of the 22 complaints, of all 31 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 5 recalls in all. Ask for the dealer printout, or check the VIN.
- Any shudder, whine or slipping from the CVT? Ask for CVT fluid service records.
- Any oil burning, leaks or check-engine lights? Ask for oil-change records.
- Do all the lights, screens and power features work? Has the battery, alternator or any wiring been replaced?
- Mitsubishi sent dealers 116 repair notes for this car. Was this one done: “This technical service bulletin, provided to dealers, updates the engine overhaul (2.4l) section”?
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 31 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.
Check engine light on? Look up any code →
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 5K to 38K miles (8K to 61K km) on the car (22 of all 31 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
At a low speed or slowing down the transmission will shutter. The longer you drive the mor it happens.
2015 Mitsubishi Outlander owner · NHTSA complaint 10764192
More owner reports
Cvt hesitation which has caused several accident misses.this happens when the vehicle is stationary and in a take off motion. This happens constantly.
NHTSA complaint 10929787
Problems Mitsubishi told dealers about
Mitsubishi sent dealers 116 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- This technical service bulletin, provided to dealers, updates the engine overhaul (2.4l) section
- This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Recalls 5
- 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 5 recalls
- Parking brake · recall issued 2018
Water may enter the rear brake calipers causing the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and possibly bind.
- Electrical · recall issued 2017
These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.
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 FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Mitsubishi Outlander SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2,150–$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. 2015 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 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?
We can't score it: only 19,055 were sold in the U.S. in 2015 (calendar-year sales), under the 20,000 we need for a fair per-car score. Owners filed 31 complaints with NHTSA in its first 3 years.
What are the most common 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are transmission & drivetrain (42%), engine (23%) and electrical (16%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander have?
5 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 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander get?
23 to 28 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2015 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 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander problems show up?
Most problems on this year showed up between 5,000 and 38,000 miles (8,000–61,000 km) (the middle half of the 22 complaints, of all 31 filed so far, that listed a mileage). At 60K, 100K and 150K miles, a 2015 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 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 42% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander cost in fuel a year?
About $2,150 to $3,250 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander have?
2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl.
What Mitsubishi Outlander year is better than the 2015?
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