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At a glance
What can fail
The front cross member can corrode from road salt exposure in certain regions, which may cause the front lower control arms to detach.
This page covers 9 recalls, 30 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.
21–24 mpg combined
9.8–11.2 L/100km
Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
Complaints for the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport are spread across several systems with no single dominant pattern. Engine-related reports are the most common, with owners describing stalling while driving, sometimes accompanied by multiple warning lights appearing after the fact, check engine, ABS, traction control, and oil pressure among them. A handful of owners also report airbag and seatbelt concerns, though those complaints don't cluster around a specific symptom. A smaller number of reports mention transmission behavior, including sluggish acceleration and an overheating warning light triggering during highway driving. Scattered individual reports mention wiper motor failure and unexplained noises from underneath the vehicle, though these appear in isolation rather than as recurring patterns.
30
Total Complaints
3
Crash-Related
3
With Injuries
By System
The 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has 9 recalls, the most serious involving a brake booster switch sleeve that can crack and prevent the brake pedal from returning to its rest position, a front control arm that can detach and cause loss of vehicle control, and a panoramic glass roof that can separate from the vehicle and become a hazard for other drivers.
On the mechanical side, the drive belt tensioner flange can crack and shed the accessory belt, which causes the battery to drain and the engine to stall. The rear liftgate strut outer tube can corrode and rapidly lose pressure, causing the gate to drop suddenly on anyone standing beneath it.
Three recalls cluster around visibility. Water that seeps between the hood and windshield can corrode the wiper motor and cause it to fail, or corrode the wiper linkage ball joint until the wipers stop working entirely. A separate issue can cause the cabin blower motor to fail, reducing the defroster's ability to clear the windshield. There is also a label recall affecting a narrow group of vehicles built on a single date, where incorrect certification labels were installed with the wrong VIN printed on them.
At a glance
What can fail
The front cross member can corrode from road salt exposure in certain regions, which may cause the front lower control arms to detach.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the front cross member and either apply a sealing agent or replace it with a new one, free of charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Water seeps between the hood and windshield, corroding the front wiper link ball joint. The corroded joint may separate, causing the wipers to stop working.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the wiper link rod and wiper motor crank arm at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The drive belt tensioner flange may crack, which can cause the accessory drive belt to come loose and detach.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the belt tensioner with an improved design at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The lift gate support outer tube may lack sufficient rust protection, allowing corrosion from salt and water exposure.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the lift gate supports at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Water can seep between the hood and windshield into the wiper motor's breathing hole, causing internal rust and potential motor failure.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the wiper motor at no cost once parts become available.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Certification labels installed during manufacturing lack the correct vehicle identification number (VIN), causing non-compliance with federal certification requirements.
What the fix does
Dealers will install corrected certification labels with the proper VIN at no cost to the owner.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The blower motor that circulates air through the cabin heating and cooling system may fail and stop working.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the blower motor at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The switch sleeve inside the brake booster can crack, which prevents the brake pedal from returning to its normal position after you release it.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect your brake booster and replace it if needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The panoramic glass roof may have been installed without primer underneath the adhesive, which could affect its secure attachment.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the panoramic glass roof. If primer is missing, dealers will reinstall the glass with proper primer application.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.