2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vs 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 26 | 21 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 122 | 103 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–27 | 25–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 7 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 7 |
| Engine | 8 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 2 |
| Steering | 3 | 1 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.