Recall 26V-252
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. recalled the 2014 to 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander and 1 other model: Structure (body, hatchback/liftgate, support device/strut).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 26V-252
- Reported
- April 20, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 108,046 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.
The risk
A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2026. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-[removed]. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-26-001. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov June 3, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V507.
Affected vehicles
- Mitsubishi Outlander 2014 to 2020
- Mitsubishi Outlander Phev 2018 to 2022