MITSUBISHI 2017 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER Recall
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2017 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER
Brand
MITSUBISHI
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2017
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. is recalling certain 2017 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER vehicles due to forward collision avoidance:software:pedestrian/cyclist/object/obstacle/ recognition issues. If the FCM-ECU software activates the brake for longer than necessary, the driver may react by applying additional braking. The resulting rapid decele.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Outlander Sport, 2018-2019 Eclipse Cross, and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system that detects pedestrians. Due to incorrect software, the FCM-ECU (Electronic Control Unit) may apply braking for longer than needed, even after a pedestrian is no longer detected.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the FCM-ECU software activates the brake for longer than necessary, the driver may react by applying additional braking. The resulting rapid deceleration of the vehicle can increase the risk of a rear-end collision.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the FCM-ECU software with updated software, free of charge. The recall is began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-007.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026