The Lemon IndexMitsubishi Outlander Sport recalls.
Every NHTSA recall campaign for the 2011–2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, newest first. Each one is listed once, with the model years it covers.
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- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Aug 2022 · model years 2019–2022
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.
76,508 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V563000
- Suspension · recall issued Mar 2021 · model years 2013–2015
The front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure, such as from road salt use.
15,347 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V144000
- Parking brake · recall issued Nov 2020 · model year 2016
The rust prevention coating on the rear brake operating shafts could have been peeled off during the assembly process.
21,758 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V741000
- Body structure · recall issued May 2020 · model years 2011–2016
The front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure such as from.
141,200 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V279000
- Electrical · recall issued Sep 2018 · model year 2018
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.
9,166 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V620000
- Automatic emergency braking · recall issued Sep 2018 · model year 2018 Plug-in hybrid only
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 Stabili…
58,916 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V621000
- Visibility · recall issued Feb 2018 · model years 2011–2016
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.
158,651 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V103000
- Engine · recall issued Jan 2018 · model years 2011–2012
The drive belt automatic tensioner flange may crack, allowing the accessory drive belt to detach.
141,053 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V069000
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- Parking brake · recall issued Jan 2018 · model years 2013–2016
Water may enter the rear brake calipers causing the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and possibly bind.
170,354 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V070000
- Electrical · recall issued Sep 2017 · model years 2015–2016
These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.
132,552 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V609000
- Latches/locks/linkages · recall issued Apr 2017 · model year 2016
The inside door latch mechanisms may not latch securely in high temperatures, allowing the doors to open while vehicle is in motion.
35,674 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V233000
- Body structure · recall issued Dec 2016 · model years 2011–2012, 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.
50,228 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V867000
- Visibility · recall issued Oct 2016 · model years 2011–2015
In the affected vehicles, water may drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole.
93,801 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V792000
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Jul 2016 · model years 2015–2016
The affected vehicles are equipped with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) that, in certain driving conditions, may cause a delay in the vehicle accelerating.
82,436 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V563000
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Jul 2016 · model year 2015 2.0L engines only
During assembly, a clamp for a CVT hose may not have been properly secured, allowing the hose to detach and leak transmission fluid.
45,731 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V548000
- Equipment · recall issued Sep 2015 · model year 2011
The affected vehicles are equipped with incorrect certification labels that were installed during manufacturing.
2 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 15V579000
- Visibility · recall issued Apr 2015 · model year 2011
In the affected vehicles, the blower motor may fail.
76,958 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 15V233000
- Seat belts · recall issued Nov 2014 · model years 2013–2015
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.
54,779 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 14V744000
- Engine · recall issued Sep 2014 · model year 2011
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).
165,923 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 14V562000
- Brakes · recall issued Sep 2014 · model year 2011
In the affected vehicles, the switch sleeve in the brake booster may crack and prevent the brake pedal from returning properly.
2 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 14V560000
- Airbags · recall issued Feb 2014 · model year 2013
In the affected vehicles, the driver side seat mounted air bag wiring may have been improperly routed during the leather seat cover installation process.
733 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 14V031000
- Suspension · recall issued Jul 2013 · model year 2013
The stabilizer link bracket on the left front strut was improperly welded.
305 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 13V300000
- Visibility · recall issued Jun 2013 · model year 2011
The panoramic glass roof may have been installed without primer being applied before the adhesive.
3,181 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 13V255000
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Mar 2013 · model year 2013
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 s…
4,539 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 13V116000
- Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Mar 2013 · model year 2013
These vehicles may have been built without a fuel sending unit harness for the sub-sending unit.
3,724 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 13V112000
- Lights · recall issued Jan 2012 · model year 2012
MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 OUTLANDER SPORT VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 9, 2011, THROUGH DECEMBER 16, 2011.
21 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 12V001000
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Is one open on your Outlander Sport?
A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car. NHTSA's public recall data works by make, model and year, so these lists cover every car of that model year, not one VIN. Whether a recall was already fixed on a particular car is in the automaker's records: type the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any dealer of that brand. The repair is free.
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Questions
How many recalls does the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have?
26 recall campaigns across model years 2011–2024, from NHTSA. Many campaigns cover several model years; counted once for every model year they cover (the way each year's page counts them), that's 55.
Which Mitsubishi Outlander Sport year has the most recalls?
The 2013, with 10 campaigns. 2011: 10, 2015: 9, 2016: 8.
What are most Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recalls about?
Transmission & drivetrain: 4 of the 26 campaigns. Then visibility (4) and body structure (2).
What is the newest Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recall?
Transmission & drivetrain, filed Aug 2022 (NHTSA 22V563000): 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.
What is the biggest Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recall?
NHTSA 18V070000 (parking brake, Jan 2018) covers 170,354 vehicles in all, every model in that campaign. Water may enter the rear brake calipers causing the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and possibly bind.
How do I check if my Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has an open recall?
Use its VIN: type it at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any Mitsubishi dealer. Our VIN check decodes it and lists every recall for that model year. Recall repairs are free.
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport: problems and best years · All Mitsubishi recalls · Recall check
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns (api.nhtsa.gov), matched to the model names owners use in NHTSA complaints. Vehicle counts and the "park it" warnings come from NHTSA's recall file, which starts in 2010, so older recalls have no count. A campaign's count covers every make and model in it.
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