Mitsubishi Outlander Sport problems by model year
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
NHTSA has 287 owner complaints and 26 recalls on file for the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport (2011–2026). The 2015 Outlander Sport has the most serious complaints, most often about transmission & drivetrain.
- Complaints
- 287
- Recalls
- 26
- Model years
- 16
- Worst year
- 2015
Complaints by model year
Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.
Worst Mitsubishi Outlander Sport years to buy
Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).
- 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — 103 complaints, 2 crashes; top problem: Transmission & Drivetrain
- 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — 26 complaints, 1 crash; top problem: Engine
- 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — 18 complaints, 1 crash; top problem: Electrical System
- 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — 18 complaints, 2 crashes; top problem: Transmission & Drivetrain
- 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — 12 complaints; top problem: Transmission & Drivetrain
Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2012 (3 complaints).
Every Mitsubishi Outlander Sport model year
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Outlander Sport | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | Brakes |
| 2025 Outlander Sport | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Airbags |
| 2024 Outlander Sport | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Acceleration & Cruise Control |
| 2023 Outlander Sport | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Driver Assistance & Safety Tech |
| 2022 Outlander Sport | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | Transmission & Drivetrain |
| 2021 Outlander Sport | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | Electrical System |
| 2020 Outlander Sport | 26 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | Engine |
| 2019 Outlander Sport | 24 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1 | Transmission & Drivetrain |
| 2018 Outlander Sport | 19 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 2 | Electrical System |
| 2017 Outlander Sport | 19 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | Electrical System |
| 2016 Outlander Sport | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | Transmission & Drivetrain |
| 2015 Outlander Sport | 103 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 9 | Transmission & Drivetrain |
| 2014 Outlander Sport | 18 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | Transmission & Drivetrain |
| 2013 Outlander Sport | 18 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 10 | Electrical System |
| 2012 Outlander Sport | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | Body & Structure |
| 2011 Outlander Sport | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | Brakes |
Most common Mitsubishi Outlander Sport problem areas (all years)
- Transmission & Drivetrain116 complaints
- Electrical System50 complaints
- Engine50 complaints
- Airbags30 complaints
- Brakes26 complaints
- Acceleration & Cruise Control24 complaints
- Driver Assistance & Safety Tech18 complaints
- Suspension15 complaints
- Body & Structure14 complaints
- Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion12 complaints
Complaint trend
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recalls
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: If the parking brake operating shafts bind, the parking brakes may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brakes do not engage properly, the vehicle could rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: If the safety systems do not function as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: 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.
Risk: Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
Risk: If a door opens while the vehicle is being driven, it can increase the risk of injury.
Risk: 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.
Risk: Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: If enough transmission fluid leaks out, the transmission may not function properly and the vehicle may become inoperable, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if leaking transmission fluid contacts an a hot surface there is an increased risk of a fire.
Risk: A vehicle must comply with all regulatory requirements to ensure that it is safe.
Risk: Failure of the blower motor may reduce the performance of the windshield defroster, diminishing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A loosened and weakened fastener may not be capable of withstanding the load forces associated with a vehicle crash, leaving the seat occupant insufficiently restrained and increasing the risk of injury.
Risk: If the pedal is unable to move back to the proper position, the vehicle may not move as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: If the drive belt detaches, the battery may discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: If the wiring is routed incorrectly, using the seat height adjustment may damage the wiring resulting in illumination of the air bag warning light. Subsequently, in the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the driver side seat mounted air bag may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk: If the stabilizer link bracket damages the tire and/or brake line, the driver may have more difficulty controlling the steering of the vehicle, or the vehicle may require a longer stopping distance to come to a complete and controlled stop. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: Without primer being used, the panoramic glass roof may have reduced adhesion, possibly allowing the glass roof to detach from the vehicle, resulting in a road hazard to other vehicles.
Risk: The vehicle operator may believe they have fuel when the tank is actually empty. This could cause the engine to stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: If the brake lamps do not illuminate properly other vehicles may not know when the vehicle is stopping. This could increase the risk of a crash. If the shift lever is moved from park without using the brake, the vehicle may roll causing personal injury.
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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology