Lift gate supports may fail and lift gate may fall
Defect Summary
Mitsubishi motors north america, inc. (mmna) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 outlander sport vehicles manufactured august 26, 2010, to june 1, 2012, and 2016 outlander sport vehicles manufactured january 11, 2016, to july 8, 2016. the lift gate support outer tube on the affected vehicles may have insufficient anti-corrosion treatment that can allow the outer tube to corrode due to salt and water penetration.
Safety Consequence
If the outer tube corrodes, there may be a rapid loss of the gas used to provide lift assistance, causing the lift gate to fall suddenly, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lift gate supports, free of charge. the recall began on january 20, 2017. owners may contact mmna customer service at 1-888-648-7820. mmna's number for this recall is sr-16-011.
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FAQ: Recall 16V867000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V867000?
NHTSA recall 16V867000 was issued by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. on December 2, 2016. It addresses: Lift gate supports may fail and lift gate may fall. The recall affects approximately 50,228 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V867000 or the manufacturer campaign number SR-16-011. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.