2019–2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Recall: A software error in the transmission control unit (CVT-ECU) may…
NHTSA campaign 22V563000 · Power Train · filed Aug 2, 2022 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with continuously variable transmissions and mechanical key ignition systems. A software error in the transmission control unit (CVT-ECU) may incorrectly reduce the transmission gear ratio at high speeds, which can result in an engine stall.
The risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will update the CVT-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-004.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi | Outlander Sport | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 22V563000 (manufacturer number SR-22-004). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.