2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport: 10 recalls, 30 owner complaints and up to 27 mpg combined.
Recalls
10 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #13V255000 · 2013 · 3,181 vehicles
What's wrong: 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 installed without primer being applied before the adhesive.
Why it matters: Without primer being used, the panoramic glass roof May have reduced adhesion, possibly allowing the glass roof to detach from the vehicle, resulting in a road hazard to other vehicles.
The fix: 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's recall number is sr-13-007. Customers May contact mmna at 1-888-648-7820.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #14V562000 · 2014 · 165,923 vehicles
What's wrong: 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. The affected vehicles, manufactured with 4b1 engines, have an engine pulley and belt arrangement for turning the alternator, the cooling fan and the power steering pump (if…
Why it matters: If the drive belt detaches, the battery May discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #14V560000 · 2014 · 2 vehicles
What's wrong: Mitsubishi motors north america, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2011 outlander sport vehicles manufactured on September 3, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the switch sleeve in the brake booster May crack and prevent the brake pedal from returning properly.
Why it matters: If the pedal is unable to move back to the proper position, the vehicle May not move as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #15V233000 · 2015 · 76,958 vehicles
What's wrong: Mitsubishi motors north america, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 lancer vehicles manufactured March 16, 2009, to March 30, 2011, 2010-2011 lancer sportback vehicles manufactured June 17, 2009, to December 1, 2010, 2010-2011 lancer evolution vehicles manufactured July 14, 2009, to January 7, 2011, 2009-2011 outlander vehicles manufactured February 10, 2009, to June 22, 2011, and 2011…
Why it matters: Failure of the blower motor May reduce the performance of the windshield defroster, diminishing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace a suspect blower motor, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015.
Equipment Vehicle recall #15V579000 · 2015 · 2 vehicles
What's wrong: Mitsubishi motors north america, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2011 outlander sport vehicles manufactured on December 3, 2010. The affected vehicles are equipped with incorrect certification labels that were installed during manufacturing. The incorrect labels do not have the correct vehicle identification numbers (VIN) printed on the label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the…
Why it matters: A vehicle must comply with all regulatory requirements to ensure that it is safe.
The fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will install corrected certification labels, free of charge. The recall began on October 8, 2015.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #16V792000 · 2016 · 93,801 vehicles
What's wrong: Mitsubishi motors north america, Inc. (mmna) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 outlander sport vehicles manufactured August 26, 2010, to January 5, 2015. In the affected vehicles, water May drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole. The water May cause internal corrosion of the windshield wiper motor and the possible failure of the motor.
Why it matters: Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
Body & structure, Body & structure Vehicle recall #16V867000 · 2016 · 50,228 vehicles
What's wrong: 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. The lift gate support outer tube on the affected vehicles May have insufficient anti-corrosion treatment that can allow the outer tube to corrode due to salt and water…
Why it matters: If the outer tube corrodes, there May be a rapid loss of the gas used to provide lift assistance, causing the lift gate to fall suddenly, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lift gate supports, free of charge. The recall began on January 20, 2017.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #18V069000 · 2018 · 141,053 vehicles
What's wrong: 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. The drive belt automatic tensioner flange May crack, allowing the accessory drive belt to detach.
Why it matters: If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #18V103000 · 2018 · 158,651 vehicles
What's wrong: Mitsubishi motors north america, Inc. (mmna) is recalling certain 2011-2016 outlander sport vehicles. Water May enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the wiper link separating and the wipers becoming inoperative.
Why it matters: Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
Body & structure, Suspension Vehicle recall #20V279000 · 2020 · 141,200 vehicles
What's wrong: Mitsubishi motors north america, Inc. (mmna) is recalling certain 2008-2010 lancer, 2009-2010 lancer sportback, 2008-2013 outlander, and 2011-2016 outlander sport vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, connecticut, delaware, the district of columbia, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania,…
Why it matters: A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (8): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2), electrical failure (2), overheating (2).
- Electrical (6): the most common themes are electrical failure (3), warning light on (2).
- Other / unknown (5): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Airbags (4): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
The 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has 30 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 16 Outlander Sport model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 30). Complaints peaked in 2017 (6 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 83,301 miles. Neighboring years: 2012 (14 complaints, 6 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 30 | 27 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 30 | 26 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 24 | 29 | 26 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 vehicle recalls for the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport problems?
Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (8), electrical (6), other / unknown (5).
What gas mileage does the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport get?
EPA ratings run up to 27 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (AV-S6)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport repair manual?
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