Liftgate gas springs may rupture
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 26V252000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V252000?
NHTSA recall 26V252000 was issued by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. on April 20, 2026. It addresses: Liftgate gas springs may rupture. The recall affects approximately 108,046 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V252000 or the manufacturer campaign number SR-26-001. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.