Mitsubishi is recalling more than 108,000 SUVs as part of an expansion of a previous recall issued last year. The recall covers liftgate springs that may corrode, leading them to fail unexpectedly. The brand’s SUV, the Outlander, is the only vehicle listed under the recall, per the National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA).
Mitsubishi’s recall filings state the brand’s 2014-2020 Outlander and 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV are both covered under the expansion. The recall itself states that salt water can penetrate and accumulate under the dust caps for the liftgate springs. This leads to corrosion, which could result in the spring losing pressure rapidly. Drivers could be injured by a failing tailgate or, potentially, by the spring itself.
The recall dates back to August 2025, when around 92,000 Outlanders were recalled for the same problem. At that time, the recall was limited to salt belt states like Iowa and Kansas. However, shortly after the recall was issued, the NHTSA reached out to Mitsubishi, informing it of a liftgate spring failure outside the region. Previously, Mitsubishi limited the recall to regions of the US where road salt is used heavily to melt snow. The automaker opened an investigation, discovering the recall needed expansion, and did so.
The fix is simple: owners will take a trip to the dealer, where their liftgate springs will be replaced. The brand says owners will be notified on June 17, but in the meantime, you can also cross-check your VIN with the NHTSA to see if your Outlander falls under the recall.
This story was originally published by Men’s Journal on Apr 27, 2026, where it first appeared in the News section. Add Men’s Journal as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
