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2015 Mitsubishi Outlander SE 4WD

The 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander SE 4WD is a 166-hp 2.4-liter with a cvt. It starts at $26,195 MSRP.

It makes 166 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 162 lb-ft of torque at 4200 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 24 mpg city and 29 mpg highway.

The Outlander measures 183.3 inches long on a 105.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,472 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$26,195 ($35,921 *)
MSRP with Destination$27,045 ($37,087 *)
Destination Charge$850
Engine
Engine TypeRegular Unleaded I-4
Displacement2.4 L
Horsepower166 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque162 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAll Wheel Control (AWC)
Transmission
TransmissionCVT (INVECS-III)
Fuel Economy
City24 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Unleaded
Brakes
Front Brake Disc11.6 in
Rear Brake Disc11.9 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front18 x 7 in
Wheels Rear18 x 7 in
Tires FrontP225/55R18
Tires RearP225/55R18
Dimensions & Weight
Length183.3 in
Width70.9 in
Height66.1 in
Wheelbase105.1 in
Curb Weight3,472 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (16.4 % risk)
Tested variant: 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander SUV AWD
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander SUV FWD: 4 ★ overall

Recalls

5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Apr 20, 2026 · STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT

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.

Consequence: A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were 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.

NHTSA campaign 26V252000

Aug 7, 2025 · STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Outlander PHEV and 2014-2020 Outlander vehicles sold and/or currently registered in Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The liftgate gas spring cylinders may corrode and lose pressure, which can result in a gas spring cylinder rupture or the liftgate falling unexpectedly.

Consequence: A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: MMNA will replace the left and right liftgate gas springs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-25-002

NHTSA campaign 25V507000

Jul 13, 2020 · SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Outlander and 2018-2019 Outlander PHEV vehicles. The second-row center seat belt buckle may interfere with the right-side seat belt buckle when the seat backs are folded down. The interference may cause the right-side seat belt buckle cover to come off, making the buckle latch inoperable and unable to restrain an occupant.

Consequence: An unrestrained occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will modify the second-row center seat belt buckle cover, install a new warning label to the second-row seat support base, and provide a new warning label insert for the owner's manual, free of charge. The recall began September 1, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-20-004.

NHTSA campaign 20V403000

Jan 26, 2018 · PARKING BRAKE

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Outlander and 2013-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter the rear brake calipers causing the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and possibly bind.

Consequence: If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake calipers and replace the parking brake boot and lever or the brake caliper body, as necessary. Dealers will also replace the piston assembly of the rear brake caliper. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-002.

NHTSA campaign 18V070000

Sep 29, 2017 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.

Consequence: If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.

Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.

NHTSA campaign 17V609000

235 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2015 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER

Owner Complaints

235 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2015 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER (7 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 4 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Power Train142
Engine47
Vehicle Speed Control31
Unknown Or Other26
Electrical System25
Fuel/Propulsion System18
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 25, 2026 · Suspension, Structure
“The front subframe crossmember on my vehicle is severely rusted out. There is currently a hole measuring about 2"x1". I previously had two other holes on the bottom welded as a temporary fix, but the…”
Jul 20, 2026 · Air Bags Crash 1 injury
“Front air bags did not deploy upon impact at approximately 40mph”
Jul 6, 2026 · Power Train
“While driving on a highway at approximately 55–60 mph, the vehicle suddenly lost its ability to accelerate and maintain power. The engine RPM increased, but the vehicle would not respond normally…”
Jun 29, 2026 · Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control
“Purchased used car in July 2024 and was able to drive it maybe 2 months and the transmission would not shift and would come to a complete stop. Not a safe feeling driving in 3 lanes of traffic on a…”
Mar 4, 2026 · Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control, Engine
“Hesitation when accelerating. Has stalled while driving. Has come to a complete stop when put in reverse.”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2015 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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