2021-2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Drivetrain Software Recall (22V563)
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. · 76,508 vehicles · Reported August 2, 2022
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. is recalling 76,508 2021-2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles. 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. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 22V563 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V563000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | SR-22-004 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | August 2, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2021-2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport |
| Units affected | 76,508 |
| Component | Power Train > Automatic Transmission > Control Module > Software |
| Safety risk | An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021-2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport in recall 22V563?
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.
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.
Is it safe to drive a 2021-2022 Outlander Sport with recall 22V563?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Outlander Sport shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the software, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 22V563?
Recall 22V563 covers 76,508 vehicles: 2021-2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.
NHTSA lists 76,508 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-2022 | Mitsubishi | Outlander Sport |
What is the fix for the Outlander Sport drivetrain software recall?
Yes. Dealers will update the CVT-ECU software, free of charge.
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.
When was recall 22V563 announced?
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. reported recall 22V563 to NHTSA on August 2, 2022. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as August 24, 2022.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| August 2, 2022 | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 22V563000. |
| August 24, 2022 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 50 months ago. If your Outlander Sport was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Outlander Sport is part of recall 22V563?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V563 is open on your Outlander Sport, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 22V563000 is open on your Outlander Sport, it will be listed there, along with Mitsubishi recall number SR-22-004. You can also ask any Mitsubishi dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Outlander Sport owners do about recall 22V563?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 22V563000 applies to your Outlander Sport.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Mitsubishi dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Write down when symptoms involving the software happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Outlander Sport owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 7 of them about the transmission.
Since recall 22V563 was reported on August 2, 2022, owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the transmission on these vehicles. 2 of them (29%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the transmission and were received on or after August 2, 2022, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related transmission issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 30 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 7 of them involve the transmission. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport: 19 complaints in total, 3 about the transmission
- 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport: 11 complaints in total, 4 about the transmission
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
Brought vehicle in for recall repair for the software update. The update failed and also caused the TCM module to fail.
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport owner, RI, NHTSA complaint 11484047, filed September 12, 2022
Whenever I was attempting to pull out into traffic the Outlander had little power to the point where in the middle of the turn it hesitated to accelerate so much that I was afraid I would get hit so I had no choice but to swerve over to the shoulder to avoid a collision.
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport owner, VA, NHTSA complaint 11507135, filed February 13, 2023
Car suddenly freezes and no system works. Won’t start, shift, whole electric system gone. Happened several times. Very dangerous and dealer has no idea what’s wrong. Can’t get anyone at Mitsubishi to respond. Only had car 6 months and it has $36,000 miles.
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport owner, AZ, NHTSA complaint 11582220, filed April 10, 2024
Can recall 22V563 make my Outlander Sport a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
A recall by itself does not make a car a lemon. Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, what matters is whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety, and whether the manufacturer or its dealers fixed it within a reasonable number of attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
A transmission defect affects the core job of the 2021-2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport: moving reliably. Owners often see the same symptom return after a repair, and those repeat visits are the kind of history California's lemon law looks at.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2021-2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
A software update can count as a repair attempt, especially if you complained about the problem or the update keeps being repeated. I've seen dealers do the same software update five or six times with no fix.
A typical pattern: an owner reports the transmission slipping, and the dealer can't verify it. Six months later, NHTSA issues a recall for the same problem. Because the recall confirms the defect, the mileage offset goes back to that first visit.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Has your Outlander Sport been back to the dealer for this problem?
Call 877-536-6620Frequently asked questions about recall 22V563
Did the recall 22V563 fix work?
Since recall 22V563 was reported on August 2, 2022, owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the transmission on these vehicles. 2 of them (29%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed August 24, 2022.
Is the 22V563000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Outlander Sport is part of recall 22V563000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Will a transmission software update fix the problem for good?
Sometimes. Many owners report that shifting problems return after an update. If yours does, go back to the dealer and make sure the visit is written up.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 22V563000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 7, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq., Founder and Managing Attorney of America’s Lemon Lawyer (Wynn Law Group, APC). Licensed by the State Bar of California, No. 362320. His practice focuses on California lemon law under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act.
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