2023 Mitsubishi Outlander problems

Filed Oct 19, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · GA

My 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander has experienced recurring high engine-temperature readings, misfires, and two overheating-related engine shutdowns while driving, creating a risk of unexpected power loss in traffic. The vehicle has been evaluated repeatedly by authorized Mitsubishi dealerships without identifying the underlying cause. Air in the cooling system was documented in September 2025, with the dealership noting it could cause the engine to run hotter than normal. In September 2026, a dealership again reported a significant amount of air in the cooling system. Previous cooling-system service temporarily improved the symptoms, but they returned. The temperature gauge repeatedly approaches H while driving, particularly with the A/C operating, and decreases when I slow down or turn off the A/C. These episodes occur WITHOUT an illuminated Check Engine Light or other warning message. During an earlier incident, the Check Engine Light appeared the following morning but went off before diagnostic codes could be retrieved. At the most recent dealership visit, I provided photographic evidence of the high temperature reading. The dealership's diagnostic equipment reportedly found no issue, but a technician's personal scanner identified a battery-related problem and additional codes. The battery was replaced, yet the temperature problem continued. On October 17, 2026, at approximately 98,395 miles, I again photographed the temperature gauge approaching H without any warning light. Despite multiple inspections, the cause remains UNKNOWN. I am concerned about another engine shutdown and a potential collision. The vehicle is available for inspection.

Filed Oct 7, 2026 · Airbags · 87,000 miles · CA · crash · 2 injuries

The contact owned a 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle crashed and T-bone another vehicle that ran a red light. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact struck her head on the front driver's side window and steering wheel, sustaining injuries to the head, back, shoulder, neck, and knee. The contact’s daughter, seated in the rear passenger’s seat struck her head against the rear passenger side window and sustained a head injury. The other child seated in the rear middle seat had not sustained any injuries. The contact and her daughter received medical attention. A Police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard and then to a body shop by the Insurance Company. The vehicle was deemed a total loss. Prior to the crash, the dealer was made aware of an emergency parking sensor warning light and another unknown warning light that were illuminated. The contact stated that the screen went blank but had not yet informed the dealer of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 87,000.

Filed Oct 1, 2026 · Tires · FL

255 45 R20 I had been having tire issues for several days, took car into Mavis tire center and they could not balance it, diagnosing it as separated tire/manufacture defect and advised not to drive as it was unsafe. I called Nexen Tire and advised to take it to one of their dealers which I did(Tire Choice). They wanted me to buy a new tire and give the tire to the distributor. I refused because the distributor has nothing to do with the factory warranty. I went back to Nexen and told to file on line which I did. It took 18 days for Nexen to get back to me after several calls. 3 days later they assigned an adjustor. 3 days after that they changed adjustors. 7 days later they said they need more information. 10 days later I call and am told they would email me. Called back still no email. Called again said claim denied sending email. Still no email. Called again and told I was denied because I selected Road Disturbance which only allows for 2/23 tread wear and I had 3/32 tread wear. They were given 2 statements by 2 different people from Mavis Tire that the tire was separated/manufacture defect along with a written description by me including several emails and phone calls. I was then told to refile under workmanship/materials which I did along with all the documentation that this tire is separated/manufacture defect. This was immediately rubber stamped denied, "Tread depths on this tire are outside the warranty limitations". The warranty clearly states the tire is covered from defects in material and workmanship for the life of the tire down to a tread depth of 2/32. They have clear documentation the tire has 6/32 tread depth. Original factor tire on new car has tread depth of 9/32. I sent them a copy of their warranty with no reply. 33days they have drugged this out. I have complied with all of their request and been forced to drive a unsafe vehicle. I have limited the use during this time however as a 69 year old veteran I and my wife have had doctors appointment

Filed Aug 29, 2026 · Brakes, Driver assistance · FL · crash

The vehicle failed to stop. Emergency Braking failed and I was unable to manually depress the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The vehicle electronics have intermittently have failed, turning everything off in the vehicle including the instrument panel at different times.

Filed Aug 25, 2026 · Driver assistance · DC

The warning went off that the system was not working while I was driving. The call was evaluated by a Mitsubishi Service Center. The Service Center said the Front Bracket for the radar was bent. The Service Center said there is no evidence of a collision to the front end of the car.

Filed Aug 12, 2026 · Electrical · UT

The camera does not activate when the car is put into reverse. It also doesn't activate when you are parking the car. The parking camera doesn't show on the screen at all. The recall on this item was repaired on my car but didn't fix the issue and the dealer refused to service it further without significant cost. This is a fundamental safety issue that should be addressed by recall and repaired without cost to the owner. The dealership that serviced a previous recall was Doug Smith Mitsubishi in American Fork Utah, however this didn't fix the issue. I also paid money for a diagnostic service and the service center could not determine why the camera is not triggering. The warning sounds/alerts still work. Please help. Thanks

Filed Aug 11, 2026 · Fuel system · NC

Our vehicles gas door would not open to get gas. During the 2nd and 3rd repair they damaged our vehicle. Worst of all on the last repair they modified our gas tank. They said they took it off another vehicle. Mine was a locking door now it isn’t. Since this was done the vehicle smells of gas when you fill it up and the miles to empty is off about 100 miles.

Filed Aug 3, 2026 · Tires · NC

While I was driving on 77 south in Charlotte nc rt before exit 11 I heard a scraping and rattling sound then a loud pop. My air pressure immediately came on and dropped to zero for the passenger rear tire. I got off and pulled to the side of the road until road side assistance was able to tow my vehicle. My tire is p255/45 r20

Filed Jul 30, 2026 · Fuel system · NC

You ca. have gas in the car and it still just cut off and say no gas and it be gas in their

Filed Jul 30, 2026 · Airbags, Seat belts · NC

Hey I run over a pothole and. My tire went flat and then the air bag just came out that’s not supposed to happen just from a flat tire that’s a safety hazard