Model year guide

2015 Mitsubishi Outlander

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 34 on record.

2015 Mitsubishi Outlander — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2015 Mitsubishi Outlander at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints234
Combined26 mpg
Typical price$20,636

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2015 Mitsubishi Outlander recalls 5

Electrical System:starter Assembly:relay NHTSA Campaign #17V609000 · 29/09/2017

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.

Fix: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.

Parking Brake NHTSA Campaign #18V070000 · 26/01/2018

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.

Fix: 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. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is e…

Seat Belts: Rear/other:buckle Assembly NHTSA Campaign #20V403000 · 13/07/2020

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Outlander and 2018-2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The second-row center seat belt buckle may interfere with the right-side seat belt buckle when the seat backs are folded down. The interference may cause the right-side seat belt buckle cover to come off, making the buckle latch inoperable and unable to restrain an occupant.

Fix: 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. The recall began September 1, 2020. Owners may contact MMN…

Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:support Device/strut NHTSA Campaign #25V507000 · 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, Sout…

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

Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:support Device/strut NHTSA Campaign #26V252000 · 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 wil…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2015 Mitsubishi Outlander common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 234 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.

2015 Mitsubishi Outlander MPG & running costs

Combined26 mpg
City23 mpg
Highway29 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,475

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander worth?

Low
$12,995
Typical price
$20,636
High
$25,500

From 33 comparable 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,375
Depreciation (5 yrs)$12,400
Total$24,775
Per mile$0.33

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($20,636) with the same model 5 model-years older ($8,222), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2015 Mitsubishi Outlander trims & engines on record

Trims
GT · SE · SE/SEL · Sport ES/SE (ASX ES in Puerto Rico) · Sport ES/SE · Sport SEL/GT (ASX SE in Puerto Rico) · ES
Engines
3.0L · 2.4L · 2.0L

2015 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicles on record

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Other Mitsubishi Outlander model years

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2015 Mitsubishi Outlander — frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander?

Based on 234 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, engine, air bags.

What gas mileage does the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander at about 26 mpg combined (23 city / 29 highway).

How much is a 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander worth?

Comparable 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander listings run roughly $12,995–$25,500, typically around $20,636 (from 33 vehicles).

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