2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2015 Mitsubishi Outlander recalls

Most common 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander problems

Problem areas named in the 53 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	25
Engine	12
Electrical System	7
Unknown Or Other	6
Vehicle Speed Control	6
Service Brakes	4
Fuel/Propulsion System	4
Air Bags	3
Wheels	3
Structure	3

What owners report

2026-09-25, Suspension
The front subframe crossmember on my vehicle is severely rusted out. There is currently a hole measuring about 2"x1". I previously had two other holes on the bottom welded as a temporary fix, but the rust just kept eating through the metal and it's now beyond saving. Because of this structural damage, the car is unsafe to drive and cannot pass a NYS safety inspection. I know Mitsubishi recalled earlier Outlanders for this exact crossmember rust issue, but later model years like mine seem to share the same defect and are currently excluded. There were no warning lights on the dash—I only found out how bad the failure was during an underbody inspection. It also looks like the AC condensate

2025-11-09, Wheels
I have Goodyear tires Eagle LS P225 55R18, three of them that the tread is separating on all of them. The TIN for all three of them is 4921, the second week of December, 2021. All three of the tires have cracks on the inside of the tread and the car is lurching side to side while driving down the road. This is a severe condition and all the tires need to be replaced. Most likely the tires were either bought in New York or Washington state. My name is [XXX] , my phone number is [XXX] and I live in Santa Rosa California. This condition has been confirmed by my mechanic and two tire stores. If you would like further evidence of cracking between the treads or possibly separation evidence when t

2025-10-29, Engine
Engine and yes available for inspection. I had been driving then all of a sudden the Service Engine Immediately light started rapidly flashing and the car would hardly go. Turned around parked at home, towed to dealership where they said the engine compressor was not working and I would need a rebuilt engine for over $5000. Towed it back home and now looking for a new car. There were no warning lights or any other symptoms prior to this happening. It was an all of a sudden warning. If I had been on the freeway, my safety would have been at risk as it just died without warning.

2025-07-06, Power Train
The cvt transmissions are terrible and fail

2024-12-09, Unknown Or Other
The backup camera view is not shown on the infotainment system. The screen goes blank. Checking the hidden menu, the backup camera view is available. This impacts reverse packing and hence safety of the pedestrians and passengers.

2015 Mitsubishi Outlander questions

Does the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander: Liftgate Gas Spring Can Corrode and Fall Unexpectedly; Liftgate Can Fall Unexpectedly, Risking Injury; Rear Seat Belt Buckle Can Come Apart, Leaving Passenger Unrestrained; Parking Brake May Fail to Hold, Risking Rollaway; Faulty relay can stall engine and raise crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander?

Based on 53 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (25), Engine (12), Electrical System (7).

How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.