NHTSA recall 22V563000
Engine Stall From Control Unit Software Error
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.Reported August 2, 2022Software
- Vehicles affected
- 76,508
- Completion rate
- 70.49%
- Remedy
- Dealer visit
- Component
- POWER TRAIN
Description
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with continuously variable transmissions and mechanical key ignition systems. A software error in the transmission control unit (CVT-ECU) may incorrectly reduce the transmission gear ratio at high speeds, which can result in an engine stall.
Issue
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Consequence Summary
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the CVT-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-004.
Internal ID: 22V563000 · Updated October 12, 2026
