Mitsubishi Recall 26V-252: Structure – support device/strut

Affected: 2014–2020 Mitsubishi Outlander, 2018–2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev. Filed with NHTSA on April 20, 2026, covering about 108,046 vehicles.

The problem

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.

The risk

A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.

The fix

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 NHTSA.gov June 3, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V507.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign26V-252 (26V252000)
Manufacturer numberSR-26-001
ManufacturerMitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
ComponentStructure › Body › Hatchback/liftgate › Support device/strut
Report dateApril 20, 2026
Owners notifiedJune 17, 2026
Vehicles affected108,046
Initiated byNHTSA investigation

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the body & structure

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 26V-252 repair free?

Yes. Mitsubishi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 108,046 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

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.