2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Problems

88 owner complaints filed with the United States safety regulator · top issue: Engine · verdict BUY 76/100

Source NHTSA public complaint and recall record · methodology

What breaks, by owner reports

Engine27
Electrical System15
Unknown Or Other13
Engine And Engine Cooling9
Power Train9
Visibility/Wiper9

In the owners’ words

“The contact owns a 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH in the rain, the windshield wipers were fully engaged; however, wiper motor failed to operate as intended. The failure obstructed the driver's visibility, preventing the driver from safely operating the vehicle, creating a visibility hazard. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that after a while the windshie”NHTSA complaint, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander owner
“Since I bought my car in 2021 the air bag system sensor goes off as well as the seatbelt light even if my seatbelt is on.”NHTSA complaint, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander owner
“The contact owns a 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated while driving approximately 25–30 MPH, the vehicle stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the check engine, 4-WD, ABS, traction control, and oil pressure warning lights were illuminated. The mechanic informed the contact that the failure was due to the cont”NHTSA complaint, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander owner

Recall campaigns

ReportedComponentSummary
20/07/2017Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:MotorMitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles. In the affected vehicles, water may drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole.
26/01/2018Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated PulleysMitsubishi 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
31/10/2016Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:LinkagesMitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles manufactured September 8, 2006, to March 29, 2013. In the affected vehicles, water may enter between the hood and
23/06/2016Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower ArmMitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2002-2007 Lancer, 2004 Lancer Wagon, 2003-2006 Lancer Evolution, 2003-2006 Outlander and 2007-2013 Outlander V-6 vehicles originally sold in, o
12/09/2014Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated PulleysMitsubishi 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 O
25/06/2014Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections SAFETYMitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013 Outlander vehicles equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Additionally, Mitusbishi is recalling certain 2007-2012 Outlande
20/04/2015Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Fan/MotorMitsubishi 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,
18/05/2020Structure:Frame And MembersMitsubishi 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, Conne

Questions owners ask

Is the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?

On the federal record it scores 76/100: 88 owner complaints (5.87 per year on the road) and 8 recall campaigns, 1 touching safety-critical systems.

What is the most common problem with the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander?

The most-reported component in NHTSA complaints is Engine, with 27 of 82 categorised reports.

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The 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander scored 76/100 on the federal record.

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