2014 Mitsubishi Outlander
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 116 |
| 2004 | 52 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2007 | 125 |
| 2008 | 58 |
| 2009 | 46 |
| 2010 | 60 |
| 2011 | 58 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 45 |
| 2015 | 52 |
| 2016 | 141 |
| 2017 | 51 |
| 2018 | 55 |
| 2019 | 29 |
| 2020 | 29 |
| 2022 | 208 |
| 2023 | 40 |
| 2024 | 22 |
| 2025 | 13 |
| 2026 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
27% of complaints: air bags — 12 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I rear-ended a car after they came to a complete stop at a green light on a road with a 50mph speed limit. I attempted to stop but in the rain my car hydroplaned, and I hit them.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220530
16% of complaints: seat belts — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
THE CENTER SEAT BELT IS VERY UNSAFE. ONCE THE LATCH IS RELEASE, IT GOES BACK TO THE TOP CORNER, BUT IT HIT MY SON IN THE EYE AND FOREHEAD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130627
16% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 5 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
I'M BACKING UP ON A REVERSE MODE AND A SLIGHTLY ELEVATED RV PARKING TO GET SOME HEAVY ITEMS NEXT TO MY DRIVE WAY, I SLOWLY MOVING AND TRY TO ALIGNED IT TO THE PAVEMENT I NOTICE THE BACKUP CAMERA DIDN'T WORK AND PRESS MY FEET TO THE BRAKE THEN AFTER...
NHTSA ODI report, 20141113
SAFETY TIMELINE
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Outlander and 2013-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter the rear brake calipers causing the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and possibly bind.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake calipers and replace the parking brake boot and lever or the brake caliper body, as necessary. Dealers will also replace the piston assembly of the rear brake caliper.
Campaign 18V070000 — check if this car was fixed
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Outlander and 2018-2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will modify the second-row center seat belt buckle cover, install a new warning label to the second-row seat support base, and provide a new warning label insert for the owner's manual, free of charge.
Campaign 20V403000 — check if this car was fixed
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Remedy: MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-25-002
Campaign 25V507000 — check if this car was fixed
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles.
Remedy: 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 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-26-001.
Campaign 26V252000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2014 Mitsubishi Outlander — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 18V070000 (parking brake) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V403000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V507000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V252000 (structure) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.