Most common 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev problems
Share of the 1 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Mitsubishi Outlander Phev complaints by model year
Best Outlander Phev years: 2020, 2021. Compare all years →
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev recalls (2)
Structure › Body › Hatchback/liftgate › Support device/strut
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.
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.
Structure › Body › Hatchback/liftgate › Support device/strut
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…
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev:
Pedestrian alert sounds
NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles.
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | Single-speed | AWD | 26 / 26 / 26 |
EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev a good car?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the 2022 Outlander Phev rates few complaints: 1.2× as many complaints as a typical year of the Outlander Phev at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev?
The driver assistance — 1 complaint, 100% of all complaints for this model year, most often about sensing system › camera.
How many recalls does the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev, the most recent from April 20, 2026 (support device/strut). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Mitsubishi Outlander Phev?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2020 and 2021. See the full Mitsubishi Outlander Phev years comparison.
At what mileage do 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 0 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.