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

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NHTSA complaints per Mitsubishi Outlander Sport model year. Click a bar for details.

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).

  1. 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — 103 complaints, 2 crashes; top problem: Transmission & Drivetrain
  2. 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — 26 complaints, 1 crash; top problem: Engine
  3. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — 18 complaints, 1 crash; top problem: Electrical System
  4. 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — 18 complaints, 2 crashes; top problem: Transmission & Drivetrain
  5. 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

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2026 Outlander Sport21010Brakes
2025 Outlander Sport11000Airbags
2024 Outlander Sport10000Acceleration & Cruise Control
2023 Outlander Sport70000Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2022 Outlander Sport110001Transmission & Drivetrain
2021 Outlander Sport190001Electrical System
2020 Outlander Sport261011Engine
2019 Outlander Sport244041Transmission & Drivetrain
2018 Outlander Sport194032Electrical System
2017 Outlander Sport193010Electrical System
2016 Outlander Sport120008Transmission & Drivetrain
2015 Outlander Sport1032029Transmission & Drivetrain
2014 Outlander Sport182006Transmission & Drivetrain
2013 Outlander Sport1810110Electrical System
2012 Outlander Sport30006Body & Structure
2011 Outlander Sport400010Brakes

Most common Mitsubishi Outlander Sport problem areas (all years)

  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    116 complaints
  • Electrical System
    50 complaints
  • Engine
    50 complaints
  • Airbags
    30 complaints
  • Brakes
    26 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    24 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    18 complaints
  • Suspension
    15 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    14 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    12 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport received by NHTSA each month.

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recalls

  • Recall 22V563000Aug 2, 202276,508 vehiclesModel years 2019–2022

    Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V144000Mar 5, 202115,347 vehiclesModel years 2013–2015

    Risk: A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V741000Nov 30, 202021,758 vehiclesModel years 2016

    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.

  • Recall 20V279000May 18, 2020141,200 vehiclesModel years 2011–2016

    Risk: A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V621000Sep 14, 201858,916 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: If the safety systems do not function as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V620000Sep 14, 20189,166 vehiclesModel years 2018

    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.

  • Recall 18V103000Feb 9, 2018158,651 vehiclesModel years 2011–2016

    Risk: Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V069000Jan 26, 2018141,053 vehiclesModel years 2011–2012

    Risk: If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V070000Jan 26, 2018170,354 vehiclesModel years 2013–2016

    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.

  • Recall 17V609000Sep 29, 2017132,552 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V233000Apr 6, 201735,674 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: If a door opens while the vehicle is being driven, it can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 16V867000Dec 2, 201650,228 vehiclesModel years 2011–2016

    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.

  • Recall 16V792000Oct 31, 201693,801 vehiclesModel years 2011–2015

    Risk: Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V563000Jul 28, 201682,436 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V548000Jul 22, 201645,731 vehiclesModel years 2015

    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.

  • Recall 15V579000Sep 21, 20152 vehiclesModel years 2011

    Risk: A vehicle must comply with all regulatory requirements to ensure that it is safe.

  • Recall 15V233000Apr 20, 201576,958 vehiclesModel years 2011

    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.

  • Recall 14V744000Nov 21, 201454,779 vehiclesModel years 2013–2015

    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.

  • Recall 14V560000Sep 12, 20142 vehiclesModel years 2011

    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.

  • Recall 14V562000Sep 12, 2014165,923 vehiclesModel years 2011

    Risk: If the drive belt detaches, the battery may discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V031000Feb 4, 2014733 vehiclesModel years 2013

    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.

  • Recall 13V300000Jul 8, 2013305 vehiclesModel years 2013

    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.

  • Recall 13V255000Jun 20, 20133,181 vehiclesModel years 2011

    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.

  • Recall 13V112000Mar 29, 20133,724 vehiclesModel years 2013

    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.

  • Recall 13V116000Mar 29, 20134,539 vehiclesModel years 2013

    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.

Other Mitsubishi models

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