Recall 25V507 affects 121,529 2014-2022 Mitsubishi Outlander and Outlander PHEV vehicles for corroded liftgate gas springs. Repair is free at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer.
Mitsubishi is recalling 121,529 2014-2022 Outlander and Outlander PHEV vehicles sold or registered in specific states because liftgate gas spring cylinders can corrode, lose pressure, rupture, or let the liftgate fall unexpectedly. A ruptured cylinder or falling liftgate can injure someone, and Mitsubishi dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The liftgate gas spring on 2014-2022 Mitsubishi Outlander and Outlander PHEV vehicles is the pressurized strut that helps raise and hold the rear liftgate. It lets the liftgate move smoothly and stay open without the full weight resting on the hinges or on the person loading the cargo area.
On affected vehicles in Salt Belt areas, salt water can get under the dust cap on the tailgate gas spring. The water sits near the steel cylinder and starts corrosion. As corrosion builds, the cylinder loses strength and pressure. The gas spring can rupture, or the liftgate can drop unexpectedly instead of staying open. The recalled spring used a heat-shrink resin tube over the steel cylinder to fight corrosion; the replacement uses an anti-corrosion coating.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not count on noise, stiffness, or slow liftgate movement to appear first.
Who's affected?
Covers Outlander and Outlander PHEV SUVs across the 2014-2022 model years, all with the same manual tailgate gas spring component. VINs became searchable on October 1, 2025.
| 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander | body structure |
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| 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander | body structure |
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| 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV | body structure |
| 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV | body structure |
| 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV | body structure |
| 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV | body structure |
| 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV | body structure |
| 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander | body structure |
| 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander | body structure |
| Units affected | 121,529 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 9 field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
The liftgate gas springs can rupture or let the liftgate fall without warning, which increases injury risk. Use extra care around the open liftgate, keep people clear of its path, and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2022 Mitsubishi Outlander or Outlander PHEV is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Mitsubishi dealer to schedule the free liftgate gas-spring replacement that addresses corroded supports and a liftgate that falls unexpectedly.
- Bring the recall notice if Mitsubishi mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V507 when you call.
- Use extra care around the liftgate until the repair is complete; keep people clear when opening or closing it.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Mitsubishi technician replaces the left and right liftgate gas springs. The new parts restore the liftgate support that can be lost when the gas spring cylinders corrode and lose pressure. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Mitsubishi also offers reimbursement consideration for owners who already paid for the same repair. Submit the original repair order or invoice, plus the original receipt or proof of payment, to MMNA for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
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Timeline
| August 7, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
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| October 1, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| October 1, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 1, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| October 6, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V507?
Recall 25V507 covers 121,529 Mitsubishi Outlander and Outlander PHEV vehicles with liftgate gas spring cylinders that can corrode and lose pressure. The cylinder can rupture, or the liftgate can fall unexpectedly. Mitsubishi will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs for free.
What should I do if my 2014-2022 Mitsubishi Outlander or Outlander PHEV is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V507. If it is, contact a franchised Mitsubishi dealer to schedule replacement of the left and right liftgate gas springs. Reference recall number 25V507 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Mitsubishi says dealers will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs free of charge. The free repair applies at any franchised Mitsubishi dealer for included vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is injury from a liftgate gas spring cylinder rupture or from the liftgate falling unexpectedly. Until the repair is complete, use care around the open liftgate and keep passengers clear of the hatch area. Mitsubishi's repair replaces both liftgate gas springs for free.
What if I bought my Mitsubishi Outlander used?
The free recall repair still applies. Ownership history does not cancel a safety recall. If you bought the vehicle used or never received the October 6, 2025 owner letter, check your VIN and call a Mitsubishi dealer with recall number 25V507.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V507000 |
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| Mitsubishi customer service | 1-888-648-7820 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V507 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V507000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →