Mitsubishi Outlander Sport complaints by model year
476 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 | 26 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | 26 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | 21 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| 2017 | 27 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 26 | 1 | 0 | 8 |
| 2015 | 182 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
| 2014 | 41 | 5 | 0 | 6 |
| 2013 | 42 | 3 | 0 | 10 |
| 2012 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 6 |
| 2011 | 30 | 3 | 0 | 10 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 11 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 6 | 5 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 3 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 5 | 1 | 5 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 6 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recalls (26)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Outlander Sport model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22V563000 | Aug 2, 2022 | Engine Stall From Control Unit Software Error | 2019–2022 | 70.5% |
| 21V144000 | Mar 5, 2021 | Lower Control Arm May Detach Due to Corrosion | 2013, 2014, 2015 | 23.3% |
| 20V741000 | Nov 30, 2020 | Parking Brake Operating Shafts May Corrode | 2016 | 55.4% |
| 20V279000 | May 18, 2020 | Lower Control Arm May Detach Due to Corrosion | 2011–2016 | 46.6% |
| 18V620000 | Sep 14, 2018 | Prolonged Braking by Collision Avoidance System | 2018 | 90.2% |
| 18V621000 | Sep 14, 2018 | Safety Systems may be Disabled When in Use | 2018 | 86.5% |
| 18V103000 | Feb 9, 2018 | Wiper Link Can Corrode Due to Moisture Exposure | 2011–2016 | 56.9% |
| 18V069000 | Jan 26, 2018 | Belt Tensioner may Break Allowing Belt to Detach | 2011, 2012 | 38.4% |
| 18V070000 | Jan 26, 2018 | Parking Brake Actuators may Corrode | 2013–2016 | 58.4% |
| 17V609000 | Sep 29, 2017 | Engine may Stall or Overheat | 2015, 2016 | 71.3% |
| 17V233000 | Apr 6, 2017 | Doors may Open Unexpectedly | 2016 | 74% |
| 16V867000 | Dec 2, 2016 | Lift Gate Supports may Fail and Lift Gate may Fall | 2011, 2012, 2016 | 59.1% |
| 16V792000 | Oct 31, 2016 | Water Intrusion may cause Wiper Motor Failure | 2011–2015 | 56.3% |
| 16V563000 | Jul 28, 2016 | Vehicle Hesitation when Accelerating | 2015, 2016 | 84.2% |
| 16V548000 | Jul 22, 2016 | Fluid may Leak from Transmission Hose | 2015 | 81.8% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv awd |
| 2025 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv awd |
| 2024 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2023 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2022 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2021 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2020 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2019 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2018 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2017 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2016 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2015 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport FAQ
How many recalls has the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport had?
NHTSA lists 26 recall campaigns that cover at least one Mitsubishi Outlander Sport model year from 2011 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Mitsubishi Outlander Sport year has the most complaints?
Among the last 11 model years with settled counts, the 2015 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (182) and the 2012 the fewest (14). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Mitsubishi Outlander Sport problems?
Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the electrical system, power train, unknown or other in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport get?
EPA rates the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport at 25 to 26 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.