2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
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
- 58
- Recalls
- 8
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2011
None on file
33% of complaints
Complaints per year
2011: 58 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 116 |
| 2004 | 52 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2007 | 125 |
| 2008 | 58 |
| 2009 | 46 |
| 2010 | 60 |
| 2011 | 58 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 45 |
| 2015 | 53 |
| 2016 | 144 |
| 2017 | 51 |
| 2018 | 57 |
| 2019 | 29 |
| 2020 | 31 |
| 2022 | 217 |
| 2023 | 48 |
| 2024 | 26 |
| 2025 | 15 |
| 2026 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
33% · 19 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Consumes ( Burns ) good amount of oil
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-17
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. While driving 25 MPH, the contact heard a loud noise coming from the vehicle. The contact continued driving and pulled over to the side of the road.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-02
Also filed under Engine and engine cooling
Electrical system
16% · 9 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Tail lights not working dealer says ECU is bad
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-01
The dashboard indicator for the headlight shows the parking light symbol for both the parking lights and the headlights. It is impossible to determine from the dashboard which lights are being used.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-03-07
Visibility/wiper
14% · 8 reportsEngine and engine cooling
12% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.
Power train
10% · 6 reportsSafety timeline
8 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2014-08-12Steering14V366000 Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 Outlander vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Remedy: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pressure tube and return tube, free of charge. The recall began in August 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820.
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2014-10-15Engine and engine cooling14V562000 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.
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2015-06-15Visibility15V233000 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.
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2016-09-14Suspension16V458000 Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members.
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2017-07-28Visibility16V791000 Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles manufactured September 8, 2006, to March 29, 2013.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rubber boot on the ball joint to prevent water intrusion. Additionally, they will inspect the wiper motor crank arm for excessive play, replacing it as necessary.
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2017-07-28Visibility17V461000 Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles. In the affected vehicles, water may drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-003.
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2018-03-27Engine and engine cooling18V069000 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.
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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.
Buy-smart checklist
2011 Mitsubishi Outlander — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 19 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility/wiper: 8 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 14V366000 · Steering
- Recall 14V562000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 15V233000 · Visibility
- Recall 16V458000 · Suspension
- Recall 16V791000 · Visibility
- Recall 17V461000 · Visibility
- Recall 18V069000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 20V279000 · Structure, suspension
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- Is the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is rated "typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander have?
- 8 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.