The Lemon IndexAll carsMitsubishiOutlander2022
2020
20234th generation
Worse than average · most complaints: body structure
196 owner complaints, first 3 years 25–27 mpg combined, EPA
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Lemon Index: 100 = the average car, lower is better.
What breaks most on the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander
- Engine stalling11 complaints
- Infotainment screen / radio9 complaints
- Backup camera9 complaints
Specific parts named in the 220 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2022 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 430 and 28,000 miles (692–45,000 km) (the middle half of the 23 complaints, of all 196 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 25V369000 (back over prevention), 23V345000 (back over prevention) and 22V470000 (back over prevention) done? It has 7 recalls in all. Ask for the dealer printout, or check the VIN.
- Any rust or damage underneath, or doors and hatches that don't close right?
- Has it ever braked hard for no reason? Ask whether the safety-system software was updated.
- Do all the lights, screens and power features work? Has the battery, alternator or any wiring been replaced?
- Mitsubishi sent dealers 189 repair notes for this car. Was this one done: “This Technical Service Bulletin explains a failure of the driver side door mirror switch and…”?
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 196 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 0K to 28K miles (1K to 45K km) on the car (23 of all 196 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
Hood flutters or vibrates when driving 60 mph and above .
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander owner · NHTSA complaint 11454358
More owner reports
The hood on my 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander SE AWD shakes at speeds 50 mph and higher. My Outlander was produced in November 2021. The hood shakes so violently that I am afraid it might fly open
NHTSA complaint 11454462
On a windy day or a regular day once the car get to about 45 mph or higher the hood begins to flap, bounce, vibrant as if it is going to fly open. As if the wind is getting under and getting ready to take it away.
NHTSA complaint 11582697
Problems Mitsubishi told dealers about
Mitsubishi sent dealers 189 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- This Technical Service Bulletin explains a failure of the driver side door mirror switch and…
- This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions to remedy a door ajar warning light that…
- This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers a hood flutter may occur on 2022…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Recalls 7
- Back over prevention · recall issued 2025
Due to a software error in the in-vehicle infotainment system (A-IVI), the rearview camera image may freeze, or not appear on the display.
- Back over prevention · recall issued 2023
Due to a software error in the in-vehicle infotainment system (A-IVI), the backup camera rearview image may not appear on the display.
- Back over prevention · recall issued 2022
The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error.
Show all 7 recalls
- Seat belts · recall issued 2022
The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) in the right front, second-row right, and second-row left seat belt assemblies may deactivate before the seat belts are fully retracted, which can result in an unsecured child restra…
- Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued 2022
The commutator and wires inside the fuel pump may be fused incorrectly, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
- Body structure · recall issued 2021
In the event of a crash, the reduced strength of the vehicle body may increase the risk of injury.
- Seat belts · recall issued 2021
The front and second-row passenger seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly.
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 | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
| Mitsubishi Outlander SUV AWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
| Mitsubishi OUTLANDER PHEV SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2,200–$2,400 (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, 2.5L 4-cyl.
Every Mitsubishi Outlander year. 2022 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 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?
No, it is worse than average by government complaints. It drew about twice the average car's complaints filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 199; 100 is average, lower is better). The Mitsubishi Outlander year with the fewest complaints per car sold since 2010 is 2020.
What are the most common 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are body structure (36%), automatic emergency braking (16%) and electrical (11%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander have?
7 safety recalls (latest: back over prevention). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander get?
25 to 27 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2022 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 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander problems show up?
Most problems on this year showed up between 430 and 28,000 miles (692–45,000 km) (the middle half of the 23 complaints, of all 196 filed so far, that listed a mileage). At 60K, 100K and 150K miles, a 2022 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 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander cost in fuel a year?
About $2,200 to $2,400 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander have?
2.0L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl.
What Mitsubishi Outlander year is better than the 2022?
Nearby, the 2020 drew fewer owner complaints per car sold (about a third as many complaints as the average car).
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