Recall 21V821 covers 1 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicle with an incorrectly welded center pillar. Mitsubishi will repurchase and replace it for free.
Mitsubishi is recalling 1 2022 Outlander because a welding robot software error affected the center pillar weld and the vehicle does not meet side impact, seat belt anchorage, and roof crush standards. The defect can reduce vehicle-body strength in a crash and increase injury risk; Mitsubishi dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The center pillar on the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander is the vertical body support between the front and rear doors. It helps hold the side of the cabin together, supports roof strength, and provides structure around the seat belt anchor points. In a side impact or roof crush event, that pillar is part of the load path that helps the body manage crash forces.
On the affected Outlander, a supplier welding robot was programmed incorrectly. Some center pillar reinforcement spot welds were made to Australian specifications instead of U.S. specifications. That means the reinforcement in the pillar was not built exactly as required for U.S. side-impact, seat-belt-anchor, and roof-crush standards.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is hidden inside the body structure, so an owner would not see, hear, or feel it during normal driving.
Who's affected?
| 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander | body structure |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Reduced vehicle body strength can increase injury risk in a crash. There is no warning sign for this body strength issue, so the VIN check matters more than model year alone. If your VIN is included, contact a Mitsubishi dealer promptly for the recall remedy. Repair is free at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Mitsubishi dealer or Mitsubishi customer service to start the free repurchase and replacement process for the incorrectly welded center pillar.
- Reference recall number 21V821 and Mitsubishi recall SR-21-009 when you call.
- Bring the owner notice if Mitsubishi mailed one, plus purchase and registration documents for the repurchase appointment.
- Avoid relying on the vehicle until Mitsubishi completes the replacement, because the center-pillar weld issue reduces body strength in a crash.
What happens at the repair
For this recall, Mitsubishi is not repairing a single part at the service desk. MMNA will repurchase and replace the affected 2022 Outlander free of charge. A Mitsubishi service advisor can confirm that your VIN is included and help route the case to MMNA customer service. Mitsubishi has a general reimbursement plan on file. If you already paid out of pocket for a repair tied to this weld condition, ask MMNA customer service what documentation the plan requires. Call 1-888-648-7820 and reference recall SR-21-009.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 18, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 19, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 19, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| October 19, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 19, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V821?
Recall 21V821 covers 1 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander with a welding robot software programming error and incorrect center-pillar welds. The defect affects body strength in a crash and increases injury risk. Mitsubishi will repurchase and replace the affected vehicle for free.
What should I do if my 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific SUV is included in recall 21V821. If it is, contact a franchised Mitsubishi dealer or MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820 and reference SR-21-009. Mitsubishi will repurchase and replace the affected vehicle free of charge.
Is the recall remedy free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to provide the recall remedy at no cost, and Mitsubishi says it will repurchase and replace the affected vehicle free of charge. Use recall number 21V821 or Mitsubishi recall number SR-21-009 when you call.
What is the safety risk in recall 21V821?
The safety risk is reduced vehicle body strength during a crash. Recall 21V821 involves incorrect center-pillar welds, which affect side-impact protection, seat belt anchorage strength, and roof crush resistance. That reduced strength increases the risk of injury in a crash.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V821000 |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi customer service | 1-888-648-7820 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V821 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V821000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →