Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recalls
Every NHTSA recall campaign filed since 2000 that names the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, newest first. Last verified Jul 30, 2026.
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- Aug 2, 2022Crash risk2019–2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — Power Train
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.
22V563000 · 77K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Mar 5, 2021Crash risk2013–2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — Structure
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.
21V144000 · 15K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Nov 30, 2020Crash risk2016 Mitsubishi Outlander, 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — Parking Brake
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.
20V741000 · 22K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- May 18, 2020Crash risk2008–2010 Mitsubishi Lancer, 2009–2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback, 2008–2013 Mitsubishi Outlander and 1 other model — Structure
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.
20V279000 · 141K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Sep 14, 2018Safety2018–2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, 2017–2018 Mitsubishi Outlander, 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and 1 other model — Forward Collision Avoidance
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.
18V620000 · 9K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Sep 14, 2018Crash risk2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, 2017–2018 Mitsubishi Outlander, 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and 1 other model — Forward Collision Avoidance
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.
18V621000 · 59K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Feb 9, 2018Crash risk2011–2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — Visibility
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.
18V103000 · 159K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Jan 26, 2018Crash risk2014–2016 Mitsubishi Outlander, 2013–2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — Parking Brake
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.
18V070000 · 170K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Jan 26, 2018Crash risk2009–2012 Mitsubishi Lancer, 2010–2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback, 2008–2012 Mitsubishi Outlander and 1 other model — Engine and Engine Cooling
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.
18V069000 · 141K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Sep 29, 2017Crash risk2015–2016 Mitsubishi Lancer, 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, 2015–2017 Mitsubishi Outlander and 1 other model — Electrical System
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.
17V609000 · 133K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Apr 6, 2017Crash risk2016 Mitsubishi Outlander, 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — Latches/locks/linkages
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.
17V233000 · 36K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Dec 2, 2016Crash risk2011–2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — Structure
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.
16V867000 · 50K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Oct 31, 2016Crash risk2011–2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — Visibility
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.
16V792000 · 94K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Jul 28, 2016Crash risk2016 Mitsubishi Lancer, 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander, 2015–2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — Power Train
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.
16V563000 · 82K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Jul 22, 2016Fire risk2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — Power Train
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.
16V548000 · 46K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Sep 21, 2015Safety2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — Equipment
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."
15V579000 · 2 units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Apr 20, 2015Crash risk2009–2011 Mitsubishi Lancer, 2010–2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, 2010–2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback and 2 other models — Visibility
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.
15V233000 · 77K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Nov 21, 2014Crash risk2013–2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — Seat Belts
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.
14V744000 · 55K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Sep 12, 2014Crash risk2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
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.
14V560000 · 2 units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Sep 12, 2014Crash risk2010 Mitsubishi > Lancer Sportback Rallia, 2008–2011 Mitsubishi Lancer, 2008–2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution and 6 other models — Engine and Engine Cooling
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.
14V562000 · 166K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Feb 4, 2014Crash risk2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — Air Bags
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.
14V031000 · 733 units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Jul 8, 2013Crash risk2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — Suspension
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.
13V300000 · 305 units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Jun 20, 2013Safety2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — Visibility
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.
13V255000 · 3K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Mar 29, 2013Crash risk2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — Electrical System
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.
13V112000 · 4K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Mar 29, 2013Crash risk2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — Exterior Lighting
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.
13V116000 · 5K units · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Jan 3, 2012Crash risk2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — Exterior Lighting
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.
12V001000 · 21 units · MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC.