Is the 2013 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 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have?

10 recalls on file for this model year.

2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

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2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:01:44.424Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 42
Recalls: 10
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Electrical system

Complaints per year

2013: 42 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2011	30
2012	14
2013	42
2014	41
2015	182
2016	26
2017	27
2018	21
2019	26
2020	26
2021	19
2022	11
2023	7
2024	1
2025	1
2026	3

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

26% · 11 reports

Air bags

26% · 11 reports

CRASHINJURY

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Takata recall I was involved in a head on motor vehicle collision in my 2013 Outlander Sport.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-12-15

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, another vehicle failed to yield.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-11-07

Takata recall - airbag light has come on and will not go off. Occurs in park or in drive.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-11

Structure

12% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing body.

Suspension

10% · 4 reports

CRASHINJURY

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In 2020 I got a recall for engine support from Mitsubishi. We took it in and told me that the support was find that I didnât need to be replace even tho the recall called for it. They ended up putting rust paint on the support.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-29

Also filed under Engine and steering

Service brakes

10% · 4 reports

Safety timeline

10 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2013-04-18Exterior lighting, power train13V116000 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…

Remedy: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will correct the installation of the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The recall BEGAN ON April 18, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.

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2013-04-23Electrical system, fuel system, gasoline13V112000 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…

Remedy: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will install the proper fuel sending harness, free of charge. The recall began on April 18, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.…

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2013-08-30Suspension13V300000 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…

Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the front left strut assembly free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2013. Owners may contact MMNA at…

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2014-02-28Air bags14V031000 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.

Remedy: Mitsubishi will notify owners and dealers will inspect the wiring of the driver side seat mounted air bag and re-route the wire if necessary, free of charge. If the wire is damaged, the seat mounted airbag will be replaced, free of chagre.

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2014-12-01Seat belts14V744000 Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured July 20, 2012, to July 23, 2014.

Remedy: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt lap end attachment fastener, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-714-372-6000.

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2017-01-20Visibility16V792000 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.

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2018-03-27Visibility18V103000 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.

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2018-03-27Parking brake18V070000 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.

Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake calipers and replace the parking brake boot and lever or the brake caliper body, as necessary. Dealers will also replace the piston assembly of the rear brake caliper.

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2020-08-07Structure, suspension20V279000 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.

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2021-03-22Structure, suspension21V144000 Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members.

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Buy-smart checklist

2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Electrical system: 11 reports on file for this year.
Air bags: 11 reports on file for this year.
Structure: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 13V116000 · Exterior lighting, power train
Recall 13V112000 · Electrical system, fuel system, gasoline
Recall 13V300000 · Suspension
Recall 14V031000 · Air bags
Recall 14V744000 · Seat belts
Recall 16V792000 · Visibility
Recall 18V103000 · Visibility
Recall 18V070000 · Parking brake
Recall 20V279000 · Structure, suspension
Recall 21V144000 · Structure, suspension

FAQ

Is the 2013 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 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have?: 10 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.