Model year guide

2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev — representative photo
Representative photo

2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints1
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined26 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev recalls 2

Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:support Device/strut NHTSA Campaign #26V252000 · manufacturer #SR-26-001 · 20/04/2026

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.

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 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-26-001. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will…

Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:support Device/strut NHTSA Campaign #25V507000 · manufacturer #SR-25-002 · 07/08/2025

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…

Fix: 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

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Back Over Prevention
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 13.7% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2022 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER PHEV SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev MPG & running costs

Combined26 mpg
City26 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,600
EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (A1)
Electric range320 mi
Charge time (240V)4 hours
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,250 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,000
Fuel only$13,000
Per mile$0.17

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
185.0 in
Width
71.3 in
Height
67.3 in
Wheelbase
105.1 in
Curb weight
4,178 lb
Front track
60.6 in
Rear track
60.6 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 1

Pedestrian alert sounds Closed

NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that…

NHTSA #DP22005 · Electrical System · opened Jan 2023 · closed Aug 2023

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 56

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 56.

This Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers explains that every front seat belt retractor concern must be documented through a Mi-Tech case before any repair or part replacement is performed.

Bulletin TSB-26-52-001 · Seat Belts · Jul 2026

This dealer letter informs dealers that the second edition of the High Voltage Safety online course is now available.

Bulletin DEALER LETTER 260708 · Jul 2026

This revised Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to confirm that the SDA2 Audio Unit touch screen is unresponsive, and if confirmed, to replace the SDA2 Audio Unit.

Bulletin TSB-25-54-002 · Electrical System · Mar 2026

Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.

Bulletin TECH TALK 290 · Electrical System, Engine, Fuel/propulsion System · Feb 2026

This revised Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions on how to remedy noise from the HVAC system (heater, air conditioner, ventilation vents) when the blower motor is turned on.

Bulletin TSB-23-55-001 · Visibility/wiper · Feb 2026

This Technical Information Notice informs dealers that Mitsubishi is planning to perform scheduled system maintenance to the MUT3-SE software on the specific dates and times listed.

Bulletin TIN-26-00-002 · Feb 2026

This parts bulletin provides clarification on the correct part numbers to order / use based upon the situation of repair / replacement.

Bulletin PB-25-54-002 · Electrical System · Jan 2026

This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to confirm that the SDA2 Audio Unit touch screen is unresponsive, and if confirmed, to replace the SDA2 Audio Unit.

Bulletin TSB-25-54-002 · Electrical System · Jan 2026

This Technical Information Notice informs dealers that Mitsubishi is planning to perform scheduled system maintenance to the MUT3-SE software on the specific dates and times listed.

Bulletin TIN-26-00-001 · Jan 2026

This Technical Information Notice informs dealers that MMNA is investigating the field performance of certain liftgate gas springs outside the population of vehicles covered by Safety Recall No. SR-25-002.

Bulletin TIN-25-SR-002A · Structure · Oct 2025

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the OUTLANDER PHEV AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 2

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Structure

Issue: On certain vehicles, water could enter the tailgate struts and cause them to corrode. If this happens, the struts could fail, and the tailgate could drop suddenly. Safety Risk: A tailgate that drops suddenly could increase the risk of injury. Corrective Actions: Mitsubishi will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the tailg…

Transport Canada #2025405 · Aug 2025

Label

Issue: On certain vehicles, the compliance label may be missing information in French. The words and abbreviations listed on the label for "TIRES", "RIMS", "WITH", "FR" and "RR" and appear in English only, when they should be listed as "TIRES/PNEUS", "RIMS/JANTES", "WITH/AVEC", "FR/AVT" and "RR/ARR". Canadian regulations require this information to be listed on the label in bot…

Transport Canada #2024554 · Sep 2024

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev vehicles on record

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2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev — frequently asked questions

Does the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev?

Across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are back over prevention.

What is the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev get?

The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev has a U.S. EPA estimate of 26 mpg combined (26 city / 26 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.