Recall 17V233 covers 35,674 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles with insecure door latches. Repair is free at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer.
Mitsubishi is recalling 35,674 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles because the inside door latch mechanisms can fail to latch securely in high temperatures. A door that opens while the vehicle is moving increases the risk of injury, and Mitsubishi dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The inside door latch on the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander and Outlander Sport is the mechanism that catches the door striker and holds the door closed. When the door is shut, the latch should lock around the striker so the door stays secured during driving and opens only when the handle releases it.
On these vehicles, certain pieces inside the latch were made with dimensions outside specification because of a supplier manufacturing process. Under high ambient temperatures, those out-of-spec parts can keep the latch from catching securely. A door that seems closed can then open while the vehicle is moving.
There is no warning sign before failure. The clearest thing an owner can notice is a door that is hard to close or does not feel fully latched after being shut.
Who's affected?
Covers both Outlander and Outlander Sport for the 2016 model year, with the same door latch listed for each model.
| 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander | Latch |
|---|---|
| 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | Latch |
| Units affected | 35,674 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 23 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
If a door opens while the vehicle is moving, an occupant faces a higher risk of injury. Make sure every door is fully latched before each trip, and schedule the latch replacement soon. Repair is free at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander or Outlander Sport is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Mitsubishi dealer to schedule the free door-latch replacement that fixes latches that can open while the vehicle is moving.
- Bring the recall notice if Mitsubishi mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V233 when you call.
- Drive with every door fully closed and locked until the repair is complete, and stop if any door does not latch securely.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Mitsubishi technician replaces the inside door latch mechanisms covered by recall 17V233. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. The repair addresses latches that do not hold securely in high temperatures, allowing a door to open while the vehicle is moving. Mitsubishi's general reimbursement plan covers documented owner-paid repairs tied to this door latch issue. Bring prior repair documentation to the service desk or contact Mitsubishi customer service for claim instructions.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 6, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 23, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| June 23, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 4, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| August 25, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V233?
Recall 17V233 covers 35,674 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles with inside door latch mechanisms that do not latch securely in high temperatures. A door can open while the vehicle is moving, increasing injury risk. Mitsubishi dealers will replace the door latches for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander or Outlander Sport is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 17V233. If it is, contact a franchised Mitsubishi dealer to schedule the door latch replacement. Reference recall number 17V233 or Mitsubishi recall number SR-17-002 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Mitsubishi's recall remedy says dealers will replace the door latches free of charge. Federal recall law also requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost at a franchised Mitsubishi dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that a door can open while the vehicle is being driven. That increases injury risk for people in or near the vehicle. If your VIN is included, schedule the free latch replacement with a Mitsubishi dealer.
What if I bought this Mitsubishi used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Outlander or Outlander Sport is included, then call a franchised Mitsubishi dealer and reference recall 17V233.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V233000 |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi customer service | 1-888-648-7820 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V233 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V233000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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