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2023 Mitsubishi Outlander

Based on reports from 53 owners and 2 recalls for this exact model.

Complaints
53
Crashes
4
Fires
0
Recalls
2
TSBs
103
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Preliminary Verdict

Proceed with Caution

Based on 53 complaints, 4 crashes, 0 fires, and 2 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

radio navigation system failure

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
2

the brake calipers squeak a lot

1 complaints • Severity 4/10

$X,XXX
3

the steering wheel button got loose

1 complaints • Severity 4/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the ElectricalHIGH

9 owners reported electrical issues — failures commonly reported around 10K miles.

!Inspect the SteeringMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Electrical (9 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

Data-backed dollar deductions

Buy / Skip Verdict

Final recommendation with conditions

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Where the complaints fall

Electrical9 (17%)
Other6 (11%)
Steering5 (9%)
Fuel System4 (8%)
Airbags4 (8%)
Engine4 (8%)
Brakes4 (8%)
Drivetrain3 (6%)

2023 Mitsubishi Outlander: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 17% of all reports filed for the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander, with 9 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 10,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 10K-mile mark.

Steering Issues

Steering complaints account for 9% of all reports filed for the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander, with 5 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to steering-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Fuel System Issues

Fuel System complaints account for 8% of all reports filed for the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander, with 4 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to fuel system-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Airbags Issues

Airbags complaints account for 8% of all reports filed for the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander, with 4 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to airbags-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

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Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander. Recent trend: decreasing.

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Recall History (2 recalls)

23V345000Jun 2023

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

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."

25V369000Jun 2025

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

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."

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.

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The worst model year for the Mitsubishi Outlander is the 2018 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is accessories - interior.

2023 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. Class Average (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD)

This vehicle

53

Class avg

124

Below the class average — fewer complaints than typical small sport utility vehicle 2wd vehicles. A good sign.

Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 53 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 2 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Other Mitsubishi Outlander Model Years

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2023 Mitsubishi Outlander: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander is related to the electrical, with 9 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?
The 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander has 53 complaints, 4 crash reports, and 0 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is below the class average — a positive sign for reliability.
How much does it cost to fix 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander have any recalls?
Yes, the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander has 2 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Mitsubishi Outlander problems start?
Based on 5 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 10,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
How is this different from free NHTSA data?
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