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2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Recalls

3 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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3

NHTSA campaigns

2

Affected systems

0

Urgent advisories

Apr 20, 2026

Latest campaign date

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Mitsubishi Outlander average of 5.8 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Structure › Body › Hatchback / Liftgate › Support Device / Strut, appearing in 2 campaigns.

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Source campaign records

All 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 26V252000

Structure › Body › Hatchback / Liftgate › Support Device / Strut

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Reported Apr 20, 2026

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.

Manufacturer 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. 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 25V507000

Structure › Body › Hatchback / Liftgate › Support Device / Strut

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Reported Aug 7, 2025

What is recalled

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles sold and/or currently registered in Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.

Safety consequence

A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.

Manufacturer 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 history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 20V280000

Seat Belts › Rear/other

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Reported May 18, 2020

What is recalled

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Outlander and 2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The seat belt for the right side second-row seat may have been assembled incorrectly.

Safety consequence

An incorrectly assembled seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the right side second-row seat belt and replace it as necessary, free of charge. This recall began June 17, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-002.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Mitsubishi Outlander model years

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2020 Mitsubishi Outlander recall questions

How many recalls does the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander have?

This verified dataset contains 3 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology