2015 Mitsubishi Outlander sport problems
The Mitsubishi Outlander (Japanese: 三菱・アウトランダー, Hepburn: Mitsubishi Autorandā) is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by Japanese automaker Mitsubishi Motors since 2001. It was originally known as the Mitsubishi Airtrek (Japanese: 三菱・エアトレック, Hepburn: Mitsubishi Eatorekku) when it was introduced in Japan.
The original Airtrek name was chosen to "describe the vehicle's ability to transport its passengers on adventure-packed journeys in a 'free-as-a-bird' manner", and was "coined from Air and Trek to express the idea of footloose, adventure-filled motoring pleasure." The Outlander nameplate which replaced it evoked a "feeling of journeying to distant, unexplored lands in search of adventure."
The second generation of the vehicle was introduced in 2006 and all markets including Japan adopted the Outlander name, although production of the older version continued in parallel. It was built on the company's GS platform, and used various engines developed by Mitsubishi, Volkswagen, and PSA Peugeot Citroën. PSA's Citroën C-Crosser and Peugeot 4007, which were manufactured by Mitsubishi in Japan, are badge engineered versions of the second generation Outlander. Global sales achieved the 1.5 million unit milestone in October 2016, 15 years after its market launch.
As part of the third generation line-up, Mitsubishi launched in January 2013 a plug-in hybrid model called Outlander PHEV. As of January 2022, global sales totaled about 300,000 units, and according to JATO Dynamics, the Outlander PHEV is the world's all-time best selling plug-in hybrid since December 2018. As of 2019, Europe is the leading market with over 126,000 units sold through January 2019, and the Outlander plug-in hybrid listed as Europe's best-selling plug-in hybrid car for five years running, 2015 to 2019.
The fourth-generation model was released 2021. Following Mitsubishi's entry to Renault–Nissan–Mitsubishi Alliance, the fourth-generation Outlander is based on the Rogue/X-Trail, which is built on the CMF-CD platform.
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Common 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander sport problems
The 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has several common problems based on complaints from owners. These issues include body integrity, automatic transmission failure, and electrical problems.
- Automatic Transmission Failure: The 2015 Outlander Sport struggles with automatic transmission failure, which is a common problem in many model years. Owners have reported hearing whining noises that only become louder as they accelerate, while some have expressed concerns about their SUV decelerating as they drive. This issue occurs at around 40,000+ miles, and the proposed fix is to replace the transmission altogether.
- Electrical Problems: The 2015 Outlander Sport has also been reported to have erratic blower motor issues. This problem can cause the blower motor to stop working intermittently, making it difficult to control the cabin temperature. Additionally, the AC may not function correctly due to a failed pressure switch, which can lead to discomfort during hot weather.
These common problems with the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport can be frustrating for owners and may require costly repairs. It is essential to address these issues promptly to prevent further damage and ensure the safety and reliability of the vehicle.
What is the problem with the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander?
Summary: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.
What is the common problem of Mitsubishi Outlander?
Some of the top Mitsubishi Outlander problems include premature brake wear, automatic transmission failure, and a failed blower motor.
Does Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have transmission problems?
Many Mitsubishi Outlander owners are experiencing transmission problems such as hesitation and shuddering when accelerating, as well as hearing loud banging noises when slowing down.
Are Mitsubishi Outlander Sport expensive to maintain?
The average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is $498, compared to an average of $521 for compact SUVs and $652 for all vehicle models. The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of a vehicle.
2015 Mitsubishi Outlander sport car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Mitsubishi Outlander sport problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Engine problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Electrical system problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander sport vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander sport
The NHTSA has received 219 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander sport. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander sport vehicles.
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-14
- VIN: 4A4AP3AU0FE
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: While driving to work at approximately 6:30 am , as I was signaling to merge onto the on ramp the cars gas pedal stop controlling the speed of my car. I pulled over to the side of the road and my car would not move. I tried to put the heat shifter into park but it was stuck in drive. I had to have the towed to a mechanic which informed me that I needed a new transmission. (3 different independent shops). After being told what it would cost to repair the vehicle the vehicle is still parked in my driveway.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-15
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JA4AD3A38FZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owned a 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, a warning message displayed reading "Transmission Failure Reduced Power', prompting the contact to pull to the shoulder of the roadway. After which the contact observed smoke emanating from the engine compartment. By the time the contact and her family were able to exit the vehicle and move to a safe distance, the vehicle had become engulfed in flames that were originating from the engine compartment. Local emergency services arrived and were able to extinguish the fire. All warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard but had yet to be deemed a total loss by the contact's insurance provider. A fire report was filed. A police report was filed with no injuries reported. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-14
- VIN: 4A4AR3AU9FE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Was driving up highway and all of a sudden it felt like the car was hesitating and had hard time shifting gears, when you pushed on the gas the Rpms would go up and down but it seemed like the car wouldn’t go anywhere. I was in the left lane and traffic if going 70, 80 mph and the car would not go anywhere. It had to be towed to a garage. We was almost rear ended because we couldn’t get the car to go to get it off the I do have a text message from the machine from garage
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-09
- VIN: 4A4AR4AU1FE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted and the front wheels lost traction. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed with transmission failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V563000 (Power Train) however, the vehicle was not included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 145,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-21
- VIN: 4A4AR3AW9FE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the gear independently shifted causing the engine to rev up and then immediately shifted back into the intended gear and stabilized. The vehicle failed to accelerate without a slight hesitation at a rate slower than intended. The Service Engine and Transmission Failure warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the VIN not being included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V563000 (Power Train). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 79,000.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-18
- VIN: 4A4AR4AU9FE
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated; however, the contact stated that the warning light was due to a failed O2 sensor. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was 105,979.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-06
- VIN: 4A4AP4AU3FE
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: The car started using more fuel, hesitatingly, slipping gears wouldn’t go in gear, died while driving.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-20
- VIN: 4A4AR4AU1FE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The CVT transmission would lose power when making a turn over last few yrs. My safety was put at risk due to oncoming traffic could have hit the car due to loss of power. The service transmission required light just started coming on after dealing with loss of power. Car only has 106,000 miles on it. The car is available for inspection & is currently at TMT Automotive in Bremen IN. Codes coming up are transmission issues. The loss of power issue started in 2018 when the car was purchased; I did not know this was a sign of transmission issue. There was not a warranty on the car when purchased. There were no lights or warnings until last week when the car started lurching forward & light came on for the first time for transmission service. I scheduled a diagnostic appt with TMT as soon as it happened. I do not have documentation yet due to car is at the TMT Automotive, waiting to hear on 3/25/24 from shop if the transmission is bad.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-27
- VIN: 4A4AP3AU9FE
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: The front passenger door will not open from the inside NOR from the outside. This could be a severe safety issue in case of emergency! I tried unplugging the battery for 15 minutes and reconnecting. Still does not work. No warnings/messages. No recalls. What if this happened to other doors? What if I drove into a lake and could not escape the vehicle?
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-18
- VIN: 4A4AR3AU9FE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: My transmission wasn't working properly. It is available for inspection if my vehicle can be towed where it needs to go as it does not drive on it's own. When my transmission stopped working I could have caused a collision. Yes, my vehicle has been inspected by the manufacturer. Some warning signs were the transmission taking longer than it should to go into gear and having trouble accelerating.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-06
- VIN: 4A4AP4AU8FE
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: Vehicle changes gears on its own. Vehicle goes in and out of gear on its own when driving. Very unsafe and had to stop using this vehicle so myself or anyone else does not get hurt.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-01
- VIN: 4A4AP3AU4FE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: We purchased new a 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport which has a Recall regarding the CVT transmission causing Vehicle Hesitation when Accelerating increasing the risk of a crash. We began experiencing "Hesitation when Accelerating" along with a "Transmission Service Required Light" in November 2023. Upon contacting a Mitsubishi Dealership, we were told by a Service Rep that the Recall had already been performed on our vehicle and there was nothing else to do regarding the Recall. I explained that the problem with the CVT had not been correctly repaired due to the fact that we are now experiencing the cause and affect issues that mandated the Recall on the CVT Power Train. This is my wife's car and we are very concerned with this issue and the reluctance of Mitsubishi to correctly make the needed repairs under the Recall Notice.
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-02
- VIN: 4A4AP4AU1FE
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: I was driving on the highway on a trip and out of no where my car shuttered and then flashed service transmission soon, I pulled over and my car would no longer drive, reverse or go into neutral. The tow company reset my battery to try to reset my car system. After that my car wouldn’t really go past 60. I followed the tow truck to the nearest town and it stalled again at the light and I could no longer go at all, my car locked up and wouldn’t reset at that point. It’s an $1100 tow back home. The CVT transmission really needs to be rechecked and recalled. I’ve found too many issues and the same complaints but can’t find a recall on it at all.
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-11
- VIN: JA4AZ3A34FZ
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: While driving in the city limits around 35 miles an hour I had to stop abruptly to avoid a collision with a driver who didn’t stop at the intersection. I had to come to a complete stop for this driver. When I took my foot off of the brake and tried to drive on my car would not move. I had to shift gears put it in park and try again. I could hear the engine responding but the car wouldn’t move. When it did start to move forward slowly it was shaking very hard and I was only able to get 10 miles an hour. I had to be towed. And I kept thinking what if I was on the highway that day where the speed limit is 75mph.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-20
- VIN: 4A4AR4AU8FE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The cvt transmissions aren't great. And goes out quite a bit. No warnings lights ever came on. Just a normal routine inspection to continue with being up to date with maintenance. This problem needs to be recalled.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-18
- VIN: 4A4AR4AU8FE
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I was driving down the road at 60 miles an hour. My car completely shut down restarted itself while I was in Drive going 60 miles an hour. It put me back in first gear shot my RPMs through the roof. I put it in park once I come to a stop, sit there for a minute shut it down started back up. Finished my drive out after that happened. My stereo has kicked in and out about every 20 minutes while going down the road.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-17
- VIN: 4A4AP3AU9FE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Hesitation when pressing the accelerator. This is a recall that affects 2015-2016 Outlander Sports but according to my vin it isn't needed on this car. I regularly will slow to make a turn or to a stop light and when i try to go it can take 0.5-5.5 seconds before the car will actually move. This has led to a dozen times where i have almost been in an accident because of it.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-01
- VIN: 4A4AP3AU8FE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is having problems shifting and accelerating. There is a Transmission service needed light that comes on the dash when turned on. Recently it would not go over 40 - 45 MPH, and continued to go slower. I had to turn the car off and back on which helped a little. I have taken the vehicle to the dealership and they confirmed the faulty transmission and they gave me a printed quote for a new transmission. The mileage is at 101162 and the main problem is when I try to reach 65 MPH speed I feel the transmission goes back to a lower speed so I always stock with 40 - 45 MPH and so hard to accelerate again. we own another 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport with 196k miles on it and never faced any transmission issues we always change the J4 fluid and the filter on time. for sure there's something wrong with this year's model (2015) from the manufacturer because our 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport with 196k miles is still sharp.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-14
- VIN: 4A4AP4AU4FE
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I have 2015 outlander sport has 100k miles on it and I had the transmission replaced at 62000 miles at the dealership but now I have a hesitation engine when go over 70k per hour on the highway and airbag service sign on for no reason and the fog light with the led light off with no reason too.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-25
- VIN: JA4AD3A3XFZ
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated while driving at approximately 75 MPH, the vehicle started to independently decelerate. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was veered to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced due to a cylinder with low compression. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-02
- VIN: 4A4AP3AU3FE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle hesitated with the RPM's fluctuating before the vehicle stalled. After restarting the vehicle, the failure persisted. The transmission warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed and determined there was a general failure with the powertrain. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V563000 (Power Train) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 154,484.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-24
- VIN: 4A4AR4AU3FE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: My 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport transmission failed at 45,000 miles. I had my car diagnosed and was told I needed a new transmission. In addition, my safety was put at risk because my vehicle would not accelerate at a traffic light when needed to go. It would also not get up to speed when merging into the highway and it would not maintain the speed limit while driving. This was a very dangerous situation for me. I was not able to accelerate at stop lights, which could have caused me to get hit from behind. In addition to this, I was unable to maintain a safe speed on the highway. My car would only get up to 40 miles per hour when the speed limit would be 60 to 70 miles per hour. Furthermore, my car was taken to the Mitsubishi dealership service center and was inspected. I was told that I needed a new transmission. Lastly, the day before I took my car in to get diagnosed the serve light on my car came on and said, “Service Transmission Required.”
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-07-01
- VIN: 4A4AP4AU4FE
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: My 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is having problems shifting and accelerating. There is a Transmission service needed light that comes on the dash when turned on. A few months ago I had to start manually shifting which barely got me by. Recently it would not go over 25 MPH, and continued to go slower and slower until it stopped and would not accelerate at all. I have had to drive on the far right of the road with my hazards on and barely made it from A to B while cars zoomed past me. I had to turn the car off and back on which helped a little. I feel like when it is low on gas, that also makes it worse? I have taken the vehicle to the dealership that sold it to me who confirmed the faulty transmission and they gave me a printed quote for a new transmission. The mileage is at 89,811 and I've had it for almost 2 years. I first started noticing issues shortly after purchase when it would shake when idle once in a while or would have a hard time accelerating after stopping. The first time it would not accelerate was about a year ago. I no longer can rely on this vehicle for transportation.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-01
- VIN: 4A4AP4AW8FE
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: EXTREME FRAYING OF THE SEATBELT.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-30
- VIN: 4A4AP3AW2FE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated while at a stop light and attempting to accelerate the vehicle hesitated and failed to properly accelerate. The contact stated that the vehicle then lunged forward and jerked. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V563000 (Power Train). The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 30,000.
2015 Mitsubishi Outlander sport recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 9 recalls for different components of the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander sport.
- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
- Summary: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Outlander Sport vehicles originally sold, 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, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure, such as from road salt use.
- Consequence: A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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, free of charge. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-21-001. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 20V-279. Owners not previously notified under 20V-279 were notified on March 22, 2021.
- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Components: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
- Summary: 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, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.
- Consequence: A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-003.
- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: 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. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-004.
- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Components: PARKING BRAKE
- Summary: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Outlander and 2013-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter the rear brake calipers causing the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and possibly bind.
- Consequence: If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake calipers and replace the parking brake boot and lever or the brake caliper body, as necessary. Dealers will also replace the piston assembly of the rear brake caliper. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-002.
- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY
- Summary: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.
- Consequence: If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.
- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: 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. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-010.
- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: 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.
- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
- Remedy: 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.
- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured July 20, 2012, to July 23, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the front passenger seat belt lap end attachment fastener may not be torqued to specification, and the fastener may loosen with time.
- Consequence: A loosened and weakened fastener may not be capable of withstanding the load forces associated with a vehicle crash, leaving the seat occupant insufficiently restrained and increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt lap end attachment fastener, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-714-372-6000. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-011.
Negative 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander sport car reviews
Positive 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander sport car reviews
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I absolutely love my 2nd Mitsu! My 2014 Lancer served me well with over 50k miles and no issues, so I decided to go for the Outlander Sport this time. It's been a blast to drive and has proven to be incredibly reliable with great utility. This segment is highly competitive, but the Outlander Sport holds its own and offers fantastic value. We've already put almost 9k miles on it in just 3 months and it's been very comfortable on long drives. It's also a great looking car! While Mitsub may not be as popular in the US, it's ubiquitous everywhere else and definitely worth checking out. I also have to give a shoutout to the fantastic dealer in Raleigh. After 8 months of ownership, we're still thrilled with our purchase and haven't had any unscheduled maintenance or issues. I'm even seeing more and more Outlander Sports on the road, so the word must be spreading. Update after 1 year - I still love this car! It runs great, is still comfortable, and gets good gas mileage with no issues.
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When I first read the reviews for this vehicle, I was a bit skeptical. However, after test driving it myself, I was pleasantly surprised. With almost 13,000 miles on the clock, it has only needed oil changes and tire rotations. It has all the features I could possibly want, including HID headlights, LED taillights, Bluetooth, heated seats, climate control, power driver's seat, power windows, and keyless entry. Recently, I loaded 750 pounds of dog food in the back and there was still room for more. Despite the weight, I still got 30 mpg on the 30 mile trip back home. Even on a long drive from Phoenix to the White Mountains, it still got 29 mpg. Although the seats are a bit stiff and the interior has some cheap-looking plastic, it's $10,000 less than any competition and comes with a ten-year bumper-to-bumper warranty. I paid just under $20k for this amazing vehicle. UPDATE: Almost a year later, it's still rock solid with no problems. The dealer service from Mark Mitsubishi is terrific. UPDATE August 2020: Nothing has changed. This is a great car with no problems, just normal oil changes and scheduled maintenance.
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I read all of the reviews before deciding to purchase the 2015 Outlander Sport SE. Living in Florida, heated seats were not a priority for me. However, I needed a vehicle with great braking and traction on the busy roads, and this car does NOT disappoint. My last car was also a Mitsubishi and it lasted me 13 years. That, in itself, sold me on the Mitsubishi line of cars. To be honest, Mitsubishi is highly UNDERRATED! I see people complaining about the CVT and the torque of the engine, but it doesn't bother me at all. It's important to keep in mind that this SUV is NOT an off-roading vehicle. Also, just because it has 'sport' in the name, doesn't mean it's a sports car! This car is EXACTLY what I wanted without going into MAJOR debt! The navigation system is great, the 9 speaker Rockford Fosgate with the 10' subwoofer really kicks some music butt, and the panoramic moon roof is incredible! This car drives like a dream! The 4 disk brakes are highly responsive and the steering is spot on! What I really enjoy about this car is the fact that I can change from an automatic transmission to a manual transmission. This works out great when you want to get off the 'red light line' first or you have to speed up on a highway on-ramp. Unfortunately, not many people who come to Florida know how to drive their cars and proper road procedures. Currently, I am getting 25.6 mpg driving in the city. Keep in mind, I am also not driving the car like I'm Mario Andretti! I'm a 43-year-old mom. I don't need to drive like a maniac! But when I do, this car has the needed 'get up and go'! I highly recommend this car if you are in the market. From what I understand, the 2015 will be the last made with a gas engine. In 2016, Mitsubishi will be redesigning the Outlander Sport with a Hybrid engine. Regardless of what's to come, I am extremely happy with my purchase! I like having a vehicle that doesn't look like every other SUV on the road!
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The only issue I have is with the finish quality of the interior, which has a lot of hard plastics (we chose a base model trim). However, everything else is excellent! The CVT is incredibly smooth, and the 2.4L engine provides plenty of power. The ride is comfortable and quiet, and the car feels solidly built. The seating position is comfortable, and the handling is nimble. We took it for a spin on a rainy, slushy, and icy road at elevation, and the 4WD auto and 4WD LOCK provided incredible traction. The car feels confident around corners and has a great feel. We wish there was a bit more room in the back for our big dog, but overall we are extremely happy with our purchase. The dealer was very eager to please, and we believe we made a smart purchase by choosing this crossover over a more well-known brand like Subaru.
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I've been searching for a small CUV, but used Honda and Toyotas are overpriced. Although both are great vehicles, you can purchase a brand new Outlander Sport for the same price as the used ones dealers are offering, which essentially means they are taking your trade-in for free. The Outlander Sport has a great warranty and rides really nicely for a small CUV. The CVT transmission is definitely different from what I'm used to, but you can also manually shift it. The 4WD system is really advanced because you can run it in FWD (front-wheel drive), auto four-wheel drive, or lock 4WD when the weather is bad. It stays in 4WD lock until 25 mph, then automatically switches back to auto 4WD. I previously had a Subaru and really didn't like the fact that it didn't have a similar option. Fuel economy looks to be below average compared to similar vehicles, but I opted for the bigger engine so I knew that. Some folks may argue that they don't have as good a resale value, but you are paying at least 3 to 4 grand less from the start, so the way I look at it is how can it be worth more in the end? I keep a vehicle for at least 10 years. I really don't think you can believe the expert reviews completely. You're better off looking at the consumer reviews. Update: 1 year and 15,000 miles later, I put in a K&N air filter and am getting a consistent 29 to 30 mpg. The rear tires seem to wear more than the front, but they will easily last over 20k miles, which is good for a factory tire. No real issues except for the seat cover coming loose, but I just put it back in the track with a stick-on adhesive. I couldn't see bringing it back to the dealer for that. I do a lot of winter driving and they like to use rocks as anti-skid, which easily nicks the lower edge right in front of the rear door wheel wells. I noticed that the 2017 models come with a sort of moulding or flare. Mud flaps are probably a good option. No regrets with the 2.4. It has plenty of power and can easily do 70 to 80 straight down the highway every day. Again, for the price, nothing competes! Just under 81k miles and it doesn't burn a drop of oil.I had the transmission serviced at the dealer at 71k, along with some recalls as general service. They also replaced both rear calipers, wiper arm, and undecorated cross member to protect against northeast winter salt. The vehicle is still going strong! An update almost 23k later, I am averaging just shy of 30mpg combined driving. I just changed out the stock tires, could have run them a little longer but they were getting a little skittish in heavy rain. All in all, it's a good vehicle. My only real complaint is that it's a little bumpy with the short wheelbase. For the price, nothing compares. At 39000 miles, it's still going strong. At 44000 miles, there are still 50 percent brake pads left! At 52000 miles, it's still going strong. New brakes at 62000, could have gone longer. I had the transmission serviced at 71000 by the dealer as routine service. The dealer also changed the rear calipers as some kind of recall, although I wasn't having any problems. They also undecorated the subframe under recall and replaced a relay and wiper motor arm under recall. No complaints. It's 5 plus years old and I'm going to keep it. If you don't care about status and a million buttons and buzzers in a vehicle and just want good reliable transportation, buy one. Like the title says, nothing compares for the price! At 105K miles, it's still going strong. The only negatives are that the brine and northeast salt used on the roads are starting to show with minor rust and exhaust bolts rusting away. Nothing that a custom exhaust shop couldn't fix for $106 bucks! I was thinking of selling, but decided to keep it as it has paid for itself. I had a rear driver side wheel bearing and hub sensor go out, and NORTHEAST salt was the culprit. I repaired it, drove for a while, and then sold it to buy a new car.
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Dameon Botsford 2025-04-14
I strongly advise against purchasing the Outlander Sport due to its subpar quality and lack of competitiveness in the market. Despite its great warranty, the cheap plastic interior, noisy engine, uncomfortable ride, average gas mileage, and outdated technology make it a poor choice compared to other available options. Mitsubishi's lack of interest in the US market is reflected in the quality of their products.
Bart Beier 2025-03-10
I purchased a 2015 leftover in April 2016 at a great price. Although I was hesitant due to some negative expert reviews, I noticed that most consumer reviews were positive. After owning the vehicle for a few weeks, I am quite pleased with it. While it may not be a sports car, it handles well for an SUV and has decent acceleration. The engine is not any noisier than my previous vehicle, a Rogue. The interior may not be as luxurious as some competitors, but it is practical and comfortable. The exterior is quite attractive, and I am even getting better than advertised MPG. After 6 months, I am still very satisfied with my purchase, getting around 25+ MPG locally and around 30 on the highway. Although the ride could be smoother on rough pavement, it is not unbearable. After 18 months, I am still very satisfied and have nothing to add.
Ronaldo Ledner 2024-08-05
The navigation system on the 2015 model uses voice controls for phone and navigation. However, I recently discovered that it doesn't have the voice navigation feature to enter a destination address, which is a very important function of a navigation system. Unlike many other cars out there with voice navigation, you have to manually enter an address. In my opinion, this is one of the worst navigation systems I have ever seen. My little portable Garmin is better and actually works!
Johann O'Conner 2024-04-15
I replaced my CVT transmission three times within a year, with less than 10,000 miles.
Hoyt Prohaska 2024-03-28
The car's fuel efficiency is not great, as it only gets 16 MPG while running around town. However, it is a cheap 4x4 that is worth the money, and it comes with a great warranty. The SE model has a better interior than the ES model, but the ES is cheaper. While it may not be the most impressive car, it is the most affordable 4x4 on the market. Unfortunately, it cannot tow anything, as adding a class 2 hitch for bikes would void the warranty. This means that it may not be the best option for families who want to take their bikes and kids on trips. Despite these limitations, it is still a decent car that can get you from point A to point B.