NHTSA recall 26V-252 (26V252000)
structure recall reported April 20, 2026 - about 108,046 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V252000
- Also written as
- 26V-252
- Manufacturer number
- SR-26-001
- Reported
- April 20, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- ~108,046
- Component
- structure
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
A gas spring cylinder rupture or a liftgate falling unexpectedly can increase the risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 26V-252 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.