Mitsubishi: Liftgate Gas Springs May Rupture (structure)
Mitsubishi Liftgate Recall Summary Mitsubishi is recalling certain 2014-2020 Outlander and 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV vehicles because the liftgate gas springs may corrode and rupture or lose pressure, causing the liftgate to fall unexpectedly. This creates an injury risk. Mitsubishi will replace both liftgate gas springs at no cost, with owner notifications expected to begin June 17, 2026.
- Recalling firm
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Product
- Component: STRUCTURE. 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.
- Reason
- A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury. Remedy: MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be 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.
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United States
- Agency
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recall date
- 2026-04-20
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Nationwide
Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/235e96c0-3c24-4559-b7c8-fb160043e123