2018 Jeep Wrangler vs 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Jeep Wrangler | 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,794 | 55 |
| Recall campaigns | 14 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 707 | 116 |
| Investigations | 5 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 22 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 25 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 22–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 9,000 mi | 28,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Wrangler | Mitsubishi Outlander |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 1,112 | 0 |
| Suspension | 342 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 257 | 9 |
| Power Train | 170 | 3 |
| Engine | 98 | 11 |
| Structure | 96 | 7 |
| Wheels | 61 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 47 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 550 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 92 | 0 |
| Stalling | 81 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 48 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 48 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 41 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 24 | 0 |
| Overheating | 24 | 0 |
2018 Jeep Wrangler
2018 Mitsubishi Outlander
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.