CarRecallWatchThe 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (9 reports).
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander recalls
Liftgate Gas Spring Can Corrode and Fall Unexpectedly
The liftgate gas spring cylinders on certain Mitsubishi Outlander and Outlander PHEV vehicles may corrode and lose pressure.
Liftgate Can Fall Unexpectedly, Risking Injury
Some Mitsubishi Outlander and Outlander PHEV vehicles may have liftgate gas spring cylinders that corrode and lose pressure.
Rear Seat Belt Buckle Can Come Apart, Leaving Passenger Unrestrained
The second-row center seat belt buckle can interfere with the right-side seat belt buckle when the rear seat backs are folded down.
Rear seat belt may not restrain passenger in crash
A seat belt for the right-side second-row seat may have been assembled incorrectly.
Wrong rear wheel size on certification label may lead to unsafe tire or rim choice
The certification label on certain 18-inch alloy wheel models lists an incorrect rear rim size.
Most common 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander problems
Problem areas named in the 29 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 9 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Air Bags | 7 |
| Structure | 4 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
See attached document for complaint. The vehicle was sold without disclosure of an active airbag safety recall involving explosive deployment. Disclosure occurred only after contracts were executed and funds tendered. Had this life-safety information been disclosed prior to sale, the vehicle would not have been purchased. The failure to disclose a known safety defect at the point of sale constitutes material concealment and reckless disregard for consumer safety, particularly given the vehicleâs intended use for routine highway travel.
See attached document for complaint
The drivers seat-back tilts back slowly on its own. Ill move the seat-back upright before I start driving and it'll slowly tilt back on its own while im driving.
I am reporting a safety concern involving complete airbag non-deployment in a frontal collision. On January 9, 2026 I was involved in a frontal collision while driving my Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. The impact caused significant front-end damage, and the vehicle was subsequently deemed a total loss by the other driverâs insurance company. None of the airbags deployed, including the driver and passenger frontal airbags. There were no airbag warning lights or system alerts illuminated prior to the collision. A police report was filed for this incident. I was not injured; however, the other driver sustained injuries. Given the severity of the frontal impact and the resulting damage, I beli
The contact owns a 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that the message "Service Air Bags" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was advised to pay a fee for a diagnostic test. The contact declined, and the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander questions
Does the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2019 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; Rear seat belt may not restrain passenger in crash; Wrong rear wheel size on certification label may lead to unsafe tire or rim choice. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Based on 29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (9), Electrical System (7), Air Bags (7).
How do I check if a recall on my 2019 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.