2015 Mitsubishi Outlander vs 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 52 | 142 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 116 | 142 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–28 | 22–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 35,000 mi | 60,518 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mitsubishi Outlander | Mitsubishi Outlander |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 25 | 62 |
| Engine | 12 | 20 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 12 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 14 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 11 |
| Structure | 2 | 12 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 12 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 12 | 22 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 14 |
| Stalling | 0 | 11 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 7 |
2015 Mitsubishi Outlander
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.