Mistubishi Recall Affects 92,000 Outlanders In America
Mitsubishi is recalling nearly 92,000 examples of its Outlander and Outlander PHEV crossovers in the United States after regulators flagged a problem with the rear liftgate.
Key Points
- Mitsubishi is recalling 91,697 Outlander and Outlander PHEV models in the U.S. due to faulty rear liftgate support brackets that could cause the tailgate to fall unexpectedly.
- No injuries have been reported, but the recall is being conducted as a precaution, with free inspections and repairs available at Mitsubishi dealerships.
- The issue affects both gas and plug-in hybrid versions of the Outlander, one of Mitsubishi’s key models in the North American market.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, faulty liftgate gas shocks could cause the liftgate to drop without warning, posing a risk to anyone standing nearby. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which could result in the cylinder rupturing or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.
The campaign affects 91,697 Outlander PHEV models from 2018-2022 and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles built for the U.S. market, spanning both gas-powered and plug-in hybrid models. While no injuries have been reported, Mitsubishi says it is moving ahead with the recall as a precaution.
Owners will be notified in the coming weeks and asked to schedule an appointment with a dealer, where technicians will inspect and repair the affected parts at no cost.
The Outlander is one of Mitsubishi's most important nameplates in North America, making the defect an unwelcome surprise. Still, the company insists the recall is a safety-first measure meant to eliminate risk before accidents occur.
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