2018 Mitsubishi Outlander vs 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 57 | 31 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 116 | 96 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–27 | 22–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 28,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mitsubishi Outlander | Mitsubishi Outlander |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 9 | 11 |
| Engine | 12 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 10 | 4 |
| Structure | 8 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 2 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 2 |
| Seats | 3 | 2 |
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.