What is the 2011-2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Accessory drive belt auto-tensioner flange cracks (belt detaches, engine stalls)?

NHTSA recall 18V069000 covers certain 2011-2012 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with 4B11 or 4B12 engines. The drive-belt automatic-tensioner flange may crack and let the accessory belt detach; the battery can discharge and the engine can stall. Recall 14V562000 separately cove… Severity: high.

What is the 2019-2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport CVT software defect causes engine over-rev and stall at highway speed?

Mitsubishi recall bulletin SR-22-004 and NHTSA recall 22V563000 cover certain 2019-2022 Outlander Sport vehicles with a CVT and mechanical-key ignition. A temporary ignition-power-supply signal loss of at least 0.1 second can create an erroneous gear-ratio setting; above 62 mph,… Severity: high.

What is the 2013-2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Front lower control arm / crossmember corrosion (Salt Belt states)?

Mitsubishi SR-21-001 and NHTSA recall 21V144000 cover certain 2013-2015 Outlander Sport vehicles currently or previously registered in specified road-salt jurisdictions. Insufficient front-crossmember rust protection can allow corrosion after long exposure to snowmelt water and a… Severity: high.

What is the 2013-2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Rear parking brake caliper corrosion (parking brake binds/won't engage)?

NHTSA recall 18V070000 covers certain 2013-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles whose rear-caliper lever boots can admit water, corroding and binding the parking-brake actuator shafts so the brake may not engage or disengage fully. Recall 20V741000 adds a bounded 2016 population whose s… Severity: high.

What is the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport FCM-ECU Software Defect Causes Extended Automatic Braking (Recall 18V620000)?

If your 2018 Outlander Sport is equipped with the Forward Collision Mitigation system that detects pedestrians, it may be covered by NHTSA recall 18V620000. The FCM electronic control unit was programmed with incorrect software that can command braking for longer than needed -- t… Severity: high.

What is the 2011-2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Underbody and Subframe Rust/Corrosion?

The Outlander Sport is susceptible to accelerated underbody rust and corrosion, particularly in salt-belt states. The rear subframe, fuel tank straps, and brake lines are the most affected areas, with rust perforation occurring in as little as 5-7 years. Repairs typically run $200-$3,000. Severity: high.

What is the 2011-2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport CVT shudder, slipping, and premature failure?

The Jatco-built CVT used across most Outlander Sport years is prone to shuddering, jerking, hesitation when shifting from park to drive/reverse, whining or whirring noise during acceleration, and slipping (engine revs without proportional acceleration). Degraded CVT fluid and bel… Repairs typically run $3,000-$5,000. Severity: high.

What is the 2011-2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport CVT Judder and Hesitation?

The Outlander Sport CVT develops a judder during low-speed acceleration and deceleration. The transmission hesitates when pulling away from stops, and the simulated shift points feel rough and inconsistent. Repairs typically run $200-$4,000. Severity: medium.

What is the 2011-2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Windshield wiper motor/linkage water intrusion and corrosion?

NHTSA recall 16V792000 covers certain 2011-2015 Outlander Sport vehicles whose wiper-motor breathing hole can admit water from the hood-to-windshield area and cause internal motor corrosion and failure. Recall 18V103000 separately covers certain 2011-2016 vehicles whose front wip… Severity: medium.

What is the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Battery drain / dead battery and no-start?

Owners of 2015-era Outlander Sport models report repeated dead batteries, including the vehicle failing to start after sitting for a weekend and batteries needing replacement multiple times within low mileage. A parasitic electrical drain (rather than a simply weak battery) is fr… Repairs typically run $200-$600. Severity: medium.

What is the 2011-2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport AC Compressor Premature Failure?

The AC compressor in the Outlander Sport frequently fails between 50,000 and 80,000 miles. The compressor clutch bearing seizes or the internal reed valves break, contaminating the AC system with metal debris. Repairs typically run $600-$1,400. Severity: medium.

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Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Problems & Known Issues

2011-2026 model years · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated August 2026

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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2011-2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has 12 documented known issues, with 8 rated critical. The most serious are Accessory drive belt auto-tensioner flange cracks (belt detaches, engine stalls), CVT software defect causes engine over-rev and stall at highway speed, Front lower control arm / crossmember corrosion (Salt Belt states), Rear parking brake caliper corrosion (parking brake binds/won't engage), FCM-ECU Software Defect Causes Extended Automatic Braking (Recall 18V620000), Forward Collision Mitigation Recall: Incorrect Brake Hydraulic Unit ECU Software (Recall 18V621), Underbody and Subframe Rust/Corrosion ($200-$3,000 repair) and CVT shudder, slipping, and premature failure. at .

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Mitsubishi Outlander Sport problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2011-2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has 12 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Accessory drive belt auto-tensioner flange cracks (belt detaches, engine stalls), CVT software defect causes engine over-rev and stall at highway speed, Front lower control arm / crossmember corrosion (Salt Belt states). Of these, 8 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport reliable?

The 2011-2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has 12 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 8 issues are rated critical: Accessory drive belt auto-tensioner flange cracks (belt detaches, engine stalls) and CVT software defect causes engine over-rev and stall at highway speed and Front lower control arm / crossmember corrosion (Salt Belt states) and Rear parking brake caliper corrosion (parking brake binds/won't engage) and FCM-ECU Software Defect Causes Extended Automatic Braking (Recall 18V620000) and Forward Collision Mitigation Recall: Incorrect Brake Hydraulic Unit ECU Software (Recall 18V621) and Underbody and Subframe Rust/Corrosion and CVT shudder, slipping, and premature failure. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

How much does it cost to fix common Mitsubishi Outlander Sport problems?

Repair costs for known Mitsubishi Outlander Sport issues range from $200 to $5,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

What year Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is the most reliable?

Reliability varies across model years of the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. Based on documented issues, problems are most commonly reported in earlier model years. Au7o recommends checking the specific known issues for your target year before purchasing, and having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic. Our known issues database covers the 2011-2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport with 12 documented issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports.

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CVT software defect causes engine over-rev and stall at highway speed#

CVT shudder, slipping, and premature failure#

CVT Judder and Hesitation#

FCM-ECU Software Defect Causes Extended Automatic Braking (Recall 18V620000)#

Forward Collision Mitigation Recall: Incorrect Brake Hydraulic Unit ECU Software (Recall 18V621)#

Accessory drive belt auto-tensioner flange cracks (belt detaches, engine stalls)#

Front lower control arm / crossmember corrosion (Salt Belt states)#

Rear parking brake caliper corrosion (parking brake binds/won't engage)#

Underbody and Subframe Rust/Corrosion#

Windshield wiper motor/linkage water intrusion and corrosion#

Battery drain / dead battery and no-start#

AC Compressor Premature Failure#