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2020 Mitsubishi Outlander problems

The most common problem on the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander is electrical system. It has fewer complaints than a typical Outlander model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Year score
77/100
Owner complaints
32
Recalls
3
Service bulletins
972 warranty
Worst area
Electrical
Fuel economy
22-27mpg

The worst 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Electrical
    12
  • Driver assistance
    9
  • Airbags
    4
  • Body
    2
  • Brakes
    2

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

  • Electrical
    12
  • Driver assistance
    9
  • Airbags
    4
  • Body
    2
  • Brakes
    2
  • Engine
    2
  • Lights
    2
  • Seats
    2
  • Locks
    1
  • Steering
    1
  • Suspension
    1
  • Transmission
    1
  • Wheels
    1

Recalls 3

Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strutReported April 20, 2026 · 108,046 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
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 be searchable on June 3, 2026. This recall expands previous the federal safety agency recall number 25V507.

Recall number 26V252000 · Recall details

Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strutReported August 7, 2025 · 121,529 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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 Dakota, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.
Risk
A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
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

Recall number 25V507000 · Recall details

Seat belts: rear/otherReported May 18, 2020 · 3,241 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Outlander and 2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The seat belt for the right side second-row seat may have been assembled incorrectly.
Risk
An incorrectly assembled seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the right side second-row seat belt and replace it as necessary, free of charge. This recall began June 17, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1‑888‑648‑7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-002.

Recall number 20V280000 · Recall details

See all 3 recalls for the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander

Technical service bulletins for the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander 97

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 97 bulletins for the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander

2020 Mitsubishi Outlander fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
2.4L 4‑cylFWD23-2529-3025-27
2.0L 4‑cylFWD243027
2.4L 4‑cyl4WD23-2428-2925-26
2.0L 4‑cyl4WD232926
2.0L 4‑cyl Plug-in hybridAWD252625
3.0L 6‑cyl4WD202722

What 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 21, 2026 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 134,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the Forward Collision Mitigation warning light illuminated, causing the vehicle to independently brake. The contact referenced the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 18V620000 (Electrical System, Forward Collision Avoidance); as a possible cause for the failure; however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact stated that there was continuous chime during the failure and the vehicle accelerated or decelerated unexpectedly. The dealer was informed of the failure and informed the contact that the front collision mitigation camera needed to be replaced. The failure mileage was 134,000.

Filed Jul 31, 2026 · Lights · 105,000 miles · AZ

The contact owns a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low beam headlights were significantly dim and progressively worsened and became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer several times, where unknown repairs were performed; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.

Filed Jul 10, 2026 · Locks · 95,730 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that while driving on the interstate at an undisclosed speed, there was wind underneath the hood, and the hood was vibrating. The contact was concerned about the hood becoming ajar. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was associated with TSB: 21-42A-001. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was test-driven, and the dealer was able to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 95,730.

Filed May 28, 2026 · Driver assistance · 79,000 miles · CT

The contact owns a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at 25 MPH, a "be careful due to icy roads" message appeared, but it was the middle of May and there was no ice or cold weather in sight. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 79,000.

Filed Apr 16, 2026 · CA

I made an appt for a recall on my touchscreen at Hayward mitsubishi on may 27th 2025. I was left in the waiting room for two hours even with an appt. I was told mona would come get me but never did. I was very upset. Eventually my information was taken and said the part would come in, in approximately 9 months. The time has passed and they dis not return my calls and blocked my number on the text messages. They also did not return any calls to the BBB and I also submitted a complaint to the BAR. They are refusing to help me and other dealerships are also ignoring me. Thank you for your attention to this message. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Mar 21, 2026 · Driver assistance, Electrical · ME

Multiple times I have been driving at a safe speed with no other vehicles or people around and the dashboard will beep and light up brake! Brake!

Filed Feb 18, 2026 · Electrical · MD

The radio system failed two years ago Many drivers with the same car have similar problem.

Filed Jan 9, 2026 · Body · FL

The contact owns a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V507000 (Structure) and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer was contacted, and the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Filed Dec 19, 2025 · Electrical · MO

I believe the locks should be recalled my Lock Actuatora on my 2020 Mitsubishi outlander keeps going out……both my passenger front and back are out for a second time. And driver side doesn’t always unlock and lock with the key fob. All have been fixed before and it has been less than a year after being fixed. This is a safety issue and I think they need to put a recall out!

Filed Oct 17, 2025 · NY

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Questions about the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander

Is the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?

Owners have filed 32 complaints about the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander, fewer than a typical Outlander model year.

What is the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander year score?

The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander scores 77 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Mitsubishi Outlander: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander?

Electrical system, with 12 complaints. Next is driver assistance (9).

How many recalls does the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander have?

3 recalls, covering structure and seat belts.

What year does the Mitsubishi Outlander have the most electrical problems?

The Mitsubishi Outlander model years with the most electrical complaints are 2022 (26 complaints), 2007 (13 complaints) and 2016 (12 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander get?

Official estimates for the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander range from 22 to 27 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.4L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 23-25 city and 29-30 highway.

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