2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander.

20222024
Complaints
54
per 10K Sold
12.7
US Sales
42,503
Crashes
4
Fires
0
Injuries
7
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#19 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:79,057 mi
#25 complaints

Brakes

Crash-related:1
#35 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:10,000 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander.

Electrical Faults
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
79,057
Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
10,000
Airbags
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~288,847 vehicles.

25V369000Back Over Prevention:software
~198,940 affected

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Outlander and 2023-2025 Outlander PHEV vehicles. Due to a software error in the in-vehicle infotainment system (A-IVI), the rearview camera image may freeze, or not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

23V345000Back Over Prevention:display Function
~89,907 affected

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Outlander and 2023 Outlander PHEV vehicles. Due to a software error in the in-vehicle infotainment system (A-IVI), the backup camera rearview image may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

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2023 Mitsubishi Outlander — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander has 54 NHTSA complaints, 4 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 9 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (9 complaints, avg 79,057 mi); Brakes (5 complaints); Steering Defects (5 complaints, avg 10,000 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 54,394 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander?
NHTSA complaints for the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander include 4 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 7 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 288,847 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Mitsubishi Outlander reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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