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Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 26 recall campaigns and 476 owner complaints for the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, covering model years 2011 to 2026. The 2015 model year drew the most complaints (182), and Power Train is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 26 recall campaigns on file
  • 476 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 16 model years with data (2011–2026)
  • most complaints: 2015 (182 for that model year)
  • top component: Power Train (178 complaints)
  • latest recall 22V563000 (reported Aug 2, 2022)
  • 33 complaints reporting a crash (6.9%)
  • 1 complaint reporting a fire (0.2%)
  • 23 complaints reporting an injury (4.8%)
  • 1 complaint reporting a death (0.2%)

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport complaints by model year

16 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2015 model year has the most complaints: 182 of 476, or 38.2%. Next come 2013 (42) and 2014 (41). The fewest are for 2025, with 1 complaint.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2011–2026Column chart of 476 complaints across 16 model years. The highest is 2015 with 182. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2011: 30 complaints3020112012: 14 complaints1420122013: 42 complaints4220132014: 41 complaints4120142015: 182 complaints18220152016: 26 complaints2620162017: 27 complaints2720172018: 21 complaints2120182019: 26 complaints2620192020: 26 complaints2620202021: 19 complaints1920212022: 11 complaints1120222023: 7 complaints720232024: 1 complaint120242025: 1 complaint120252026: 2 complaints22026
Show the figures for all 16 model years
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
2011303030
2012143011
2013423030
2014415020
20151822120
2016261010
2017274020
2018214030
2019265040
2020261010
2021190000
2022110000
202370000
202410000
202511000
202621010
All model years476331231

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Mitsubishi Outlander Sport components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Power Train is the component named most often, in 178 complaints (37.4% of all 476), followed by Engine (86) and Electrical System (85).

Components named most often in Mitsubishi Outlander Sport complaints (top 15)
Components named most often in Mitsubishi Outlander Sport complaints (top 15)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Power Train17837.4%
Engine8618.1%
Electrical System8517.9%
Unknown or Other6613.9%
Air Bags5210.9%
Service Brakes428.8%
Vehicle Speed Control428.8%
Fuel/Propulsion System224.6%
Suspension194.0%
Visibility/Wiper194.0%
Seat Belts183.8%
Steering183.8%
Structure183.8%
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)102.1%
Forward Collision Avoidance102.1%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recalls

26 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name Outlander Sport, newest first. The 26 campaigns cover model years 2011 to 2022. The 2011 and 2013 model years appear in the most campaigns (10 each).

  • 26 recall campaigns
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recall campaigns covering each model year
DecadeYears ending in 0Years ending in 1Years ending in 2Years ending in 3Years ending in 4Years ending in 5Years ending in 6Years ending in 7Years ending in 8Years ending in 9
2011: 10 campaigns2012: 6 campaigns2013: 10 campaigns2014: 6 campaigns2015: 9 campaigns2016: 8 campaigns2017: no campaigns2018: 2 campaigns2019: 1 campaign
2020: 1 campaign2021: 1 campaign2022: 1 campaign
Highlighted: the model years with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 22V563000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module › Software

    Model years 2019–2022

    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.

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

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  2. NHTSA campaign 21V144000

    Reported

    Structure › Frame and Members; Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Arm

    Model years 2013–2015

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Outlander Sport vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure, such as from road salt use.

    Consequence:
    A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. Depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied, or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one, free of charge. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-21-001. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 20V-279. Owners not previously notified under 20V-279 were notified on March 22, 2021.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  3. NHTSA campaign 20V741000

    Reported

    Parking Brake

    Model year 2016

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles. The rust prevention coating on the rear brake operating shafts could have been peeled off during the assembly process. As a result, water entering the rear brake caliper boot may cause the parking brake operating shafts to corrode and possibly bind.

    Consequence:
    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.
    Remedy:
    MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake caliper assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 4, 2021. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-005.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  4. NHTSA campaign 20V279000

    Reported

    Structure › Frame and Members; Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Arm

    Model years 2011–2016

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Lancer, 2009-2010 Lancer Sportback, 2008-2013 Outlander, and 2011-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.

    Consequence:
    A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. Depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-003.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  5. NHTSA campaign 18V621000

    Reported

    Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control; Electronic Stability Control (ESC); Electrical System › Software; Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

    Model year 2018

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system and 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and Eclipse Cross vehicles and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with an Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system and/or an Electric Parking Brake (EPB) system. The software for the Hydraulic Unit Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may be incorrect, possibly preventing the intervention of a safety system such as automatic emergency braking, Anti-lock Braking (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), or the Brake Auto Hold (BAH) function when any of these systems are in use.

    Consequence:
    If the safety systems do not function as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the Hydraulic Unit-ECU software, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-008.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  6. NHTSA campaign 18V620000

    Reported

    Forward Collision Avoidance › Software › Pedestrian/Cyclist/Object/Obstacle/ Recognition; Electrical System › Software

    Model year 2018

    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.

    Consequence:
    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.
    Remedy:
    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.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  7. NHTSA campaign 18V103000

    Reported

    Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Linkages

    Model years 2011–2016

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the wiper link separating and the wipers becoming inoperative.

    Consequence:
    Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rod of the wiper link and the wiper motor crank arm, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 10, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-004.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  8. NHTSA campaign 18V070000

    Reported

    Parking Brake

    Model years 2013–2016

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Outlander and 2013-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter the rear brake calipers causing the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and possibly bind.

    Consequence:
    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.
    Remedy:
    MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake calipers and replace the parking brake boot and lever or the brake caliper body, as necessary. Dealers will also replace the piston assembly of the rear brake caliper. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-002.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  9. NHTSA campaign 18V069000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and Associated Pulleys

    Model years 2011–2012

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Lancer, 2008-2012 Outlander, 2010-2012 Lancer Sportback, and 2011-2012 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with either a 4B11 or 4B12 engine. The drive belt automatic tensioner flange may crack, allowing the accessory drive belt to detach.

    Consequence:
    If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the belt tensioner with one that has an improved shape, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-001.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  10. NHTSA campaign 17V609000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Starter Assembly › Relay

    Model years 2015–2016

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.

    Consequence:
    If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

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  1. NHTSA campaign 17V233000

    Reported

    Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch

    Model year 2016

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles. The inside door latch mechanisms may not latch securely in high temperatures, allowing the doors to open while vehicle is in motion.

    Consequence:
    If a door opens while the vehicle is being driven, it can increase the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door latches, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-002.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  2. NHTSA campaign 16V867000

    Reported

    Structure › Body › Hatchback/Liftgate › Hinge and Attachments; Structure › Body › Hatchback/Liftgate

    Model years 2011–2012, 2016

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured August 26, 2010, to June 1, 2012, and 2016 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured January 11, 2016, to July 8, 2016. The lift gate support outer tube on the affected vehicles may have insufficient anti-corrosion treatment that can allow the outer tube to corrode due to salt and water penetration.

    Consequence:
    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.
    Remedy:
    MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lift gate supports, free of charge. The recall began on January 20, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-011.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  3. NHTSA campaign 16V792000

    Reported

    Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor

    Model years 2011–2015

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured August 26, 2010, to January 5, 2015. In the affected vehicles, water may drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole. The water may cause internal corrosion of the windshield wiper motor and the possible failure of the motor.

    Consequence:
    Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. The manufacturer has begun the recall, but parts are not yet available; a second notice will be sent when parts are available. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-010.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  4. NHTSA campaign 16V563000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (TCM/PCM/TECM); Power Train › Automatic Transmission

    Model years 2015–2016

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles and 2016 Outlander and Lancer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) that, in certain driving conditions, may cause a delay in the vehicle accelerating.

    Consequence:
    A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    MMNA has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the CVT control unit with modified software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-006.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  5. NHTSA campaign 16V548000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Cooling Unit and Lines

    Model year 2015

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured June 25, 2014, through November 25, 2015 and equipped with a 2.0L engine and a continuously variable transmission (CVT). During assembly, a clamp for a CVT hose may not have been properly secured, allowing the hose to detach and leak transmission fluid.

    Consequence:
    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.
    Remedy:
    Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hose clamps, correcting their installation, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-16-005.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  6. NHTSA campaign 15V579000

    Reported

    Equipment › Other › Labels

    Model year 2011

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured on December 3, 2010. The affected vehicles are equipped with incorrect certification labels that were installed during manufacturing. The incorrect labels do not have the correct vehicle identification numbers (VIN) printed on the label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

    Consequence:
    A vehicle must comply with all regulatory requirements to ensure that it is safe.
    Remedy:
    Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will install corrected certification labels, free of charge. The recall began on October 8, 2015. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-15-010.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  7. NHTSA campaign 15V233000

    Reported

    Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/HVAC System › Fan/Motor

    Model year 2011

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Lancer vehicles manufactured March 16, 2009, to March 30, 2011, 2010-2011 Lancer Sportback vehicles manufactured June 17, 2009, to December 1, 2010, 2010-2011 Lancer Evolution vehicles manufactured July 14, 2009, to January 7, 2011, 2009-2011 Outlander vehicles manufactured February 10, 2009, to June 22, 2011, and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured August 26, 2010, to November 19, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the blower motor may fail.

    Consequence:
    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.
    Remedy:
    Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace a suspect blower motor, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-15-003.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  8. NHTSA campaign 14V744000

    Reported

    Seat Belts

    Model years 2013–2015

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured July 20, 2012, to July 23, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the front passenger seat belt lap end attachment fastener may not be torqued to specification, and the fastener may loosen with time.

    Consequence:
    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.
    Remedy:
    Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt lap end attachment fastener, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-714-372-6000. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-011.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  9. NHTSA campaign 14V562000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and Associated Pulleys

    Model year 2011

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Lancer, Lancer Evolution, and Outlander; 2009-2011 Lancer Sportback, Lancer Rilliart, and Lancer Sportback Ralliart; and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles. The affected vehicles, manufactured with 4B1 engines, have an engine pulley and belt arrangement for turning the alternator, the cooling fan and the power steering pump (if equipped). These pulleys may experience unusual wear and allow for belt detachment.

    Consequence:
    If the drive belt detaches, the battery may discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive belt with a rubber belt. Drive pulleys that are excessively worn will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-009.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  10. NHTSA campaign 14V560000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic

    Model year 2011

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured on September 3, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the switch sleeve in the brake booster may crack and prevent the brake pedal from returning properly.

    Consequence:
    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.
    Remedy:
    Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-008.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  11. NHTSA campaign 14V031000

    Reported

    Air Bags

    Model year 2013

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured July 20, 2012, through May 29, 2013 and equipped with leather seats. In the affected vehicles, the driver side seat mounted air bag wiring may have been improperly routed during the leather seat cover installation process.

    Consequence:
    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.
    Remedy:
    Mitsubishi will notify owners and dealers will inspect the wiring of the driver side seat mounted air bag and re-route the wire if necessary, free of charge. If the wire is damaged, the seat mounted airbag will be replaced, free of chagre. The recall began on February 28, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-001.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  12. NHTSA campaign 13V300000

    Reported

    Suspension › Front

    Model year 2013

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2013 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured January 17, 2013, through January 25, 2013. The stabilizer link bracket on the left front strut was improperly welded. As a result, the link may detach and cause damage to the tire and/or brake hose.

    Consequence:
    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.
    Remedy:
    MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the front left strut assembly free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2013. Owners may contact MMNA at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's recall number is SR-13-008.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  13. NHTSA campaign 13V255000

    Reported

    Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly

    Model year 2011

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured August 26, 2010, through March 29, 2011. The panoramic glass roof may have been installed without primer being applied before the adhesive.

    Consequence:
    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.
    Remedy:
    MMNA will notify owners and dealers will inspect the panoramic glass to see if primer was installed. If primer is not present, the glass will be reinstalled. The recall began on July 8, 2013. MMNA's recall number is SR-13-007. Customers may contact MMNA at 1-888-648-7820.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  14. NHTSA campaign 13V116000

    Reported

    Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch; Power Train › Automatic Transmission

    Model year 2013

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured June 11, 2012, through September 11, 2012. These vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," and FMVSS number 114, "Theft Protection." The brake stop lamps may illuminate continuously or intermittently. The shift lever could also be moved out of Park without depressing the brake pedal.

    Consequence:
    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.
    Remedy:
    Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will correct the installation of the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The recall BEGAN ON April 18, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's campaign recall number is SR-13-004.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  15. NHTSA campaign 13V112000

    Reported

    Electrical System; Fuel System, Gasoline

    Model year 2013

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 Outlander Sport AWD vehicles manufactured June 11, 2012, through December 11, 2012. These vehicles may have been built without a fuel sending unit harness for the sub-sending unit. This may result in a false fuel tank level reading.

    Consequence:
    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.
    Remedy:
    Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will install the proper fuel sending harness, free of charge. The recall began on April 18, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's campaign recall number is SR-13-005.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  16. NHTSA campaign 12V001000

    Reported

    Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal

    Model year 2012

    Mitsubishi is recalling certain model year 2012 Outlander Sport vehicles, manufactured from November 9, 2011, through December 16, 2011. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." The turn signal levers in the vehicle were not manufactured correctly, which could result in the auto-cancel function of the turn signal becoming inoperative.

    Consequence:
    The turn signal may continue to signal an intended directional change after a point when the auto-cancel function, if operating properly, would have terminated the signal. A following or oncoming driver may receive inaccurate indications of the vehicle operator's intended maneuvers, thereby increasing the risk of a crash between vehicles due to improper vehicle signaling.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the turn signal lever and replace it with a new one free of charge. No vehicles have been retailed to customers with this potential condition, no recall bulletin or owner letters will be prepared. You may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have?

NHTSA lists 26 vehicle recall campaigns for the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, covering model years 2011 to 2026. The most recent, 22V563000, was reported on August 2, 2022 and is filed under “Power train”. The 2011 and 2013 model years are covered by the most campaigns (10 each).

Which Mitsubishi Outlander Sport model year has the most complaints?

The 2015 model year, with 182 of the 476 complaints in NHTSA’s file (38.2%). The next are 2013 (42) and 2014 (41). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Mitsubishi Outlander Sport complaint?

Power Train is the component named most often: 178 complaints, or 37.4% of all 476. Engine (86) and Electrical System (85) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Mitsubishi dealer.

How many Mitsubishi Outlander Sport complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 476 complaints, 33 report a crash, 1 a fire, 23 at least one injury and 1 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.