2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recalls & problems

Safety recalls

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

• Back over prevention

  The contact owns a 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview camera failed to function properly when direct sunlight struck the camera, and nighttime visibility was extremely poor. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the failure was confirmed. The dealer informed the contact that the failure was a known issue and that the rearview camera was defective. The contact stated that the failure was a factory defect. The contact notified the manufacturer of the failure via a mailed letter. The failure mileage was approximately 100.

  Jul 7, 2026 · 100 miles
• Service brakes, hydraulicCrash1 injury

  The contact owns a 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated that while attempting to make a left turn, the contact noticed another vehicle coming from the opposite direction. The contact depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle failed to respond and crashed into a pole. The air bags deployed. The contact sustained open wounds on both knees and a collarbone injury and chest injuries. No medical attention was received. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The fire department arrived at the scene and examined the contact. The police were called but did not arrive. No police report was filed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure…

  Jun 7, 2026 · 950 miles
• Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera

  The contact owns a 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated that due to the position of the camera, the glare of the sun would obstruct the contact's vision which made it difficult for the contact to view any objects while in reverse(R). The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that there are no recalls on the vehicle. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to NHTSA ID Number: 25V369000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the contact's VIN was not included in the recall. The contact made multiple attempts to reach the manufacturer but his calls were never answered. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 15.

  Apr 18, 2026 · 15 miles

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.