2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 30 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 42 |
| 2014 | 40 |
| 2015 | 181 |
| 2016 | 26 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 26 |
| 2020 | 26 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
27% of complaints: engine — 8 distinct reports on file.
17% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD PULL TO THE RIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE A WHEEL ALIGNMENT WAS PERFORMED, BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150604
13% of complaints: service brakes — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD PULL TO THE RIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE A WHEEL ALIGNMENT WAS PERFORMED, BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150604
Not starting due to corrosion issues
NHTSA ODI report, 20240601
VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED IN VIRGINIA WITH THE ASSUMPTION IT WOULD PASS MARYLAND INSPECTION AS IT HAD PASSED VIRGINIA INSPECTION. FRONT BRAKE PADS WERE WORN TOO THIN AND THE ROTORS WERE RUSTED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171212
13% of complaints: air bags — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I WAS RETURNING HOME FROM WORK AND WAS AT A STOP SIGN WAITING TO TURN LEFT. CROSS TRAFFIC DOES NOT STOP. WHEN BELIEVING I WAS CLEAR I BEGAN MY LEFT TURN WHEN A CAR CROSSED IN FRONT OF MINE AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180117
10% of complaints: seat belts — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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
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'
Campaign 13V255000 — check if this car was fixed
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured on September 3, 2010.
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.
Campaign 14V560000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 14V562000 — check if this car was fixed
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
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.
Campaign 15V233000 — check if this car was fixed
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured on December 3, 2010.
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.
Campaign 15V579000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 16V867000 — check if this car was fixed
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured August 26, 2010, to January 5, 2015.
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.
Campaign 16V792000 — check if this car was fixed
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles.
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.
Campaign 18V103000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 18V069000 — check if this car was fixed
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
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.
Campaign 20V279000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 13V255000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V560000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V562000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V233000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V579000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V867000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V792000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V103000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V069000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V279000 (structure, suspension) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have?
10 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.