Does the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have any recalls?

The 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has 2 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with electrical system:software.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?

37 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?

There are 103 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.

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2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

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Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Electrical diagnostics with wiring diagrams
Coverage across major systems: engine, transmission/driveline, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

SE Sport Utility 4-Door
SEL Sport Utility 4-Door
LE Sport Utility 4-Door
ES Sport Utility 4-Door

Engines covered

2.4L 2360CC 144Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
2.0L 1998CC 122Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

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Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #18V62000014/09/2018Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Outlander Sport, 2018-2019 Eclipse Cross, and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision

Consequence

If the FCM-ECU software activates the brake for longer than necessary, the driver may react by apply

Remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the FCM-ECU software with updated software, free

NHTSA #18V62100014/09/2018Component: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system and 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

Consequence

If the safety systems do not function as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the Hydraulic Unit-ECU software, free of charge. T

TSB #11026481

Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.

TSB #11007471

Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.

TSB #11006083

This Technical Service Bulletin instructs the dealer to update the Smartphone Link Display Audio software to resolve several issues.

TSB #11003536

Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides corrections to the description of special tools used to install the oil seal within the Automatic Transaxle sections of the applicable Service Manuals.

TSB #10252691

Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to diagnose and test drive vehicles exhibiting a shudder or surge condition possibly caused by poor reaction of the hydraulic pressure circuit.

TSB #10252683

TSB #10250860

Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides the procedure for diagnostic trouble code and on-vehicle service for belt & pulley assembly on certain CVT models.

TSB #10249800

This Revised Technical Information Notice provides dealers with the requirements needed to be entered into the Photo Required Condition & Pre-Approval Center (PRC) for a vehicle pulling/drifting and/or with steering wheel off-center concern

Showing the 8 most recent of 103 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20250808Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

On 05AUG25, my wife was involved in a frontal collision while driving our 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The vehicle struck another vehicle at an estimated speed of over 30 mph, resulting in signifi

20250808Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

This is a follow-up and correction to a complaint previously submitted for VIN [XXX] regarding airbag non-deployment during a passenger-side T-bone collision on [XXX]. A [XXX] child was properly re

20201002Component: POWER TRAINCrash reported1 injured

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN ATTEMPTING TO SHIFT THE GEAR FROM DRIVE INTO REVERSE WITH THE FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERA

20201002Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCrash reported1 injured

20201216Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported

THE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 63 MPH ON A RURAL BLACKTOP, WHEN A WHITE TAIL DEER RAN INTO THE SIDE OF THE VEHICLE WHERE THE DRIVERS SIDE FRONT AND REAR DOOR MEET. THE COLLISION CAUSED BOT

Showing the 5 most serious of 37 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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