Recall 21V596 covers 3,735 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicles for seat belt retractors that deactivate early. Repair is free at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer.
Mitsubishi is recalling 3,735 2022 Outlander vehicles under recall 21V596 because the front and second-row passenger seat belt automatic locking retractors can deactivate early, leaving a child restraint system unsecured. An unsecured child restraint increases injury risk in a crash, and the Mitsubishi dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The seat belt retractor in the front and second-row passenger seats of a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander winds belt webbing back into the pillar after use. Its automatic locking function is what lets a child restraint cinch down tightly: pull the belt all the way out, route it through the child seat, then let it retract while it stays locked.
On affected Outlanders, the locking lever inside the seat belt assembly was made out of tolerance by a supplier. That small dimensional error lets the automatic locking retractor turn off before the belt webbing is fully retracted. If that happens while installing a child restraint, the belt does not hold the child seat as firmly as it should.
There is no warning sign before failure. The belt can appear normal during everyday use, so the problem shows up when the automatic locking function releases too early during child seat installation.
Who's affected?
The included parts cover front and rear seat-belt retractors on the same model.
| 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander | seat belt |
| Units affected | 3,735 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no 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?
A loose seat belt assembly can leave a child restraint unsecured, increasing injury risk during a crash. There is no warning sign listed for this recall, so check the fit before carrying a child in that seating position and schedule the dealer inspection. Repair will be free at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander is included in this recall.
- Check your mail for Mitsubishi's owner letter, which was mailed September 28, 2021.
- Contact a franchised Mitsubishi dealer and ask whether the free seat-belt retractor inspection and seat belt assembly replacement is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 21V596 and Mitsubishi recall SR-21-007 when you call.
- Avoid using a child restraint in the front passenger seat or second-row seats until the dealer confirms the affected seat belt assemblies are repaired or cleared.
What happens at the repair
Once Mitsubishi opens the final dealer repair, a Mitsubishi technician will inspect the right front seat belt assembly and both second row seat belt assemblies. Any seat belt assembly that does not pass inspection will be replaced free under the recall. Mitsubishi's general reimbursement plan covers eligible documented out-of-pocket repairs already paid before the recall notice. Keep prior repair invoices and payment records, then contact Mitsubishi customer service or ask the dealer service desk how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 2, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 28, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V596?
Recall 21V596 covers 3,735 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicles with seat belt automatic locking retractors that can deactivate early. That defect can keep a child restraint system from securing properly. Mitsubishi dealers will inspect the affected seat belt assemblies and replace them if needed for free.
What should I do if my 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Outlander is included in recall 21V596. If it is, call a franchised Mitsubishi dealer and ask for the seat belt retractor inspection under recall SR-21-007. The dealer will replace the right front or second-row seat belt assemblies if needed for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair this safety defect at no cost, and Mitsubishi's remedy says dealers will inspect and replace the affected seat belt assemblies free of charge. Use recall SR-21-007 when you call the dealer service desk.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that a child restraint system is not secured properly in the front passenger seat or second row. During a crash, an unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury. The dealer repair path is an inspection and free replacement of affected seat belt assemblies if needed.
When were owners notified about recall 21V596?
Mitsubishi mailed owner letters on September 28, 2021. If you bought the Outlander used or never received the letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then contact a franchised Mitsubishi dealer and reference recall SR-21-007.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V596000 |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi customer service | 1-888-648-7820 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V596 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V596000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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