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2023 Mitsubishi Outlander

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2023 Outlander.

Transmission Automatic (AV-S8)

The 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander is a compact SUV equipped with an automatic transmission (AV-S8) and achieves EPA fuel economy ratings of 24 mpg city, 31 mpg highway, and 27 mpg combined. In terms of reliability, the model year has recorded 40 owner complaints with the back over prevention system emerging as the primary concern, alongside two issued recalls. Compared to the model's complaint history spanning 2003 to 2025, where 2015 represents the peak at 233 complaints and 2025 the lowest at 13, the 2023 Outlander falls well below historical averages. This positions the 2023 model among the more dependable iterations in the Outlander lineup, suggesting improved quality control relative to the model's troubled past.

Model year202520242023202220202019201820172016

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque83.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy24/31/27 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter MQ718353. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tire size4WD:P225-75R15OEM · verified
Wheel / rim6-JJ inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filterMQ718353
Engine air filterAX000036
Spark plugMQ720040
BatteryMZ094517
Front wiper blades8250B220 alt 8250B219
Serpentine beltAX000018
ThermostatMQ701063 alt MQ701056
Cabin air filter7803A165

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length185.4 in
Overall width73.2 in
Overall height68.9 in
Wheelbase106.3 in
Curb weight3594 lb
Track (front / rear)62.6 / 63 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)58/42

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined24 / 31 / 27 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Outlander of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.5–6.8 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.50 sec — 2023 PHEV SEL Premium S-AWC
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2023PHEV SEL Premium S-AWC 2.4L I-4 + Elec 18.1-kWh6.50 sec15.60 sec248 hpAWD
2023PHEV SEL S-AWC 2.4L I-4 + Elec 18.1-kWh6.60 sec15.80 sec248 hpAWD
2023PHEV SEL S-AWC 2.4L I-4 + Elec 18.1-kWh6.80 sec15.90 sec248 hpAWD
2022SEL S-AWC 2.5L I-48.20 sec16.30 sec181 hpAWD
2022SEL S-AWC 2.5L I-48.50 sec16.50 sec181 hpAWD
2022SEL S-AWC 2.5L I-48.60 sec16.50 sec181 hpAWD
2021PHEV GT S-AWC 2.4L I-4 + Elec8.50 sec16.70 sec221 hpAWD
2025SEL Premium Package S-AWC 2.5L I-48.50 sec16.60 sec181 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 83.0 ft-lbs.

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts83.0 ft-lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs at 105,000 mi; coolant at 105,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 105,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miTire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 10,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level)
Every 15,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace) · Keyless Entry Remote Battery (replace)
Every 20,000 miDrive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Steering Gear Box Assembly (inspect) · Steering Linkage (inspect)
At 30,000 miKeyless Entry Remote Battery (replace)
Every 30,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
At 40,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
At 105,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 180,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander records 40 complaints, 2 recalls, 0 investigations, and 106 TSBs — a sharp improvement from the 2022 model year's 208 complaints and 7 recalls, yet slightly above the 2024's 22 complaints and 1 recall as volumes continue declining into 2025. This places 2023 on the downslope of a pronounced 2022 spike, suggesting the generation moved past that year's elevated activity rather than entering a new problem cycle. Top complaint categories for 2023 are Back Over Prevention and Electrical System (4 each), followed by Steering and Air Bags (3 each), with 2 crash-related complaints and 0 fire complaints, though the data does not specify root causes. Because complaints, recalls, and TSBs all trend downward after 2023, this year reads as a transition point rather than a trouble peak. For a used Outlander, 2023 looks like a comparatively sound choice within this generation.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
106
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
40
Owner complaints
2 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 40 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Back Over Prevention4
Electrical System4
Steering3
Air Bags3
Unknown Or Other3
Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System2
Electrical System,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System2
Suspension2

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

23V345000Back Over Prevention:Display FunctionReported 06/06/2023

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Outlander and 2023 Outlander PHEV vehicles. Due to a software error in the in-vehicle infotainment system (A-IVI), the backup camera rearview… Remedy: Dealers will update the A-IVI software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2023. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's…

25V369000Back Over Prevention:SoftwareReported 02/06/2025

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Outlander and 2023-2025 Outlander PHEV vehicles. Due to a software error in the in-vehicle infotainment system (A-IVI), the rearview… Remedy: Dealers will update the A-IVI software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 30, 2025. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-25-001. This…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 106 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB-25-27-0012026-06-18Power TrainThis Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers addresses the issue of abnormal noise and…
TSB-26-54-0022026-05-08Forward Collision AvoidanceThis Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers addresses why the Mi-Pilot…
TSB-26-54-0012026-04-06Electrical SystemThis Technical Service Bulletin provides the re-start and cold start procedures for the…
TECH TALK 2902026-02-12Electrical SystemTech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics…
TIN-26-00-0022026-02-04Unknown Or OtherThis Technical Information Notice informs dealers that Mitsubishi is planning to perform…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2023 Outlander have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Outlander get?

EPA figures are 24 city / 31 highway / 27 combined mpg.