Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 178 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport across 14 model years. The 2015 model year has the most (117). The words owners use most often: “transmission service” (7% of reports).
- 178power train complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 1mention a crash
- 2mention an injury
- 4related recalls
- 39%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Transmission service: mentioned in 12 of 178 complaints (7%)
- Power train included: mentioned in 9 of 178 complaints (5%)
- Attempting accelerate: mentioned in 9 of 178 complaints (5%)
- Depressing accelerator: mentioned in 9 of 178 complaints (5%)
At what mileage do power train problems happen?
Based on 115 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 178 complaints, 1 mention a crash, 2 an injury.
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport power train complaints by model year
| Model year | Power Train complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Outlander Sport | 1 | 100% | — |
| 2023 Outlander Sport | 1 | 14% | — |
| 2022 Outlander Sport | 4 | 36% | — |
| 2021 Outlander Sport | 3 | 16% | 25,450 |
| 2020 Outlander Sport | 6 | 23% | 65,000 |
| 2019 Outlander Sport | 7 | 27% | 90,000 |
| 2018 Outlander Sport | 5 | 24% | 40,000 |
| 2017 Outlander Sport | 6 | 22% | 56,000 |
| 2016 Outlander Sport | 7 | 27% | 54,411 |
| 2015 Outlander Sport | 117 | 64% | 50,511 |
| 2014 Outlander Sport | 14 | 34% | 56,000 |
| 2013 Outlander Sport | 3 | 7% | 62,018 |
| 2012 Outlander Sport | 1 | 7% | 52,900 |
| 2011 Outlander Sport | 3 | 10% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (4)
Power train:automatic transmission:control module:software
Model years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
Problem: 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.
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the CVT-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-004.
Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Model years: 2015, 2016
Problem: 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.
Risk: A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: MMNA has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the CVT control unit with modified software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-006.
Power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Model years: 2015
Problem: 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.
Risk: If enough transmission fluid leaks out, the transmission may not function properly and the vehicle may become inoperable, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if leaking transmission fluid contacts an a hot surface there is an increased risk of a fire.
Fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hose clamps, correcting their installation, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-16-005.
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch; power train:automatic transmission
Model years: 2013
Problem: 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.
Risk: If the brake lamps do not illuminate properly other vehicles may not know when the vehicle is stopping. This could increase the risk of a crash. If the shift lever is moved from park without using the brake, the vehicle may roll causing personal injury.
Fix: 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. Mitsubishi's campaign recall number is SR-13-004.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
I own a 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. Mitsubishi's records show that Safety Recall C2204R/SR-22-004 was previously completed on my vehicle. This recall addressed improper CVT-ECU software programming that could cause an incorrect CVT gear-ratio command and potentially result in engine over-rev…
lower control arm broke due to recall #21v144 resulting in transmission cv axles lower control arms front steering components and drive train failure. emergency tow bill etc vihicle is at burdick mitsubishi in cicero ny and dealer says mitsubishi has denied as secondary damage as per recall…
While driving on a highway at approximately 55â60 mph, the vehicle suddenly lost its ability to accelerate and maintain power. The engine RPM increased, but the vehicle would not respond normally, creating a significant safety hazard in traffic. The CVT transmission intermittently enters a…
Purchased used car in July 2024 and was able to drive it maybe 2 months and the transmission would not shift and would come to a complete stop. Not a safe feeling driving in 3 lanes of traffic on a busy highway at rush hour. Transmission light on and took to mechanic and was told this make and…
Each time for the last year and a half that I have taken my car in for service or just stopped in and showed them that my radio is saying overheated current, they would test it and say that they couldn't recreate the error despite me showing that it would not connect my phone to the car or charge…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Mitsubishi Outlander Sports have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 178 owner complaints about power train for the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport power train?
Yes: 4 safety recalls list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about power train problems on the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
The most frequent phrase is “transmission service”, in 12 of 178 complaints, followed by “power train included” (9).
See all Mitsubishi Outlander Sport problems.