Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

2026 Mitsubishi Outlander SportRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints for the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. Most complaints involve back over prevention (2) and service brakes, hydraulic (1). The EPA rates it 25–26 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.

Combined MPG
25–26mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
4of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
3
Top: back over prevention
Fuel cost / yr
$2,300est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport as of Nov 12, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 12, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

3 complaints filed with NHTSA · May 2026 – Oct 2026
  1. Back over prevention2
  2. Service brakes, hydraulic1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Outlander Sport model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
201185
201235
201367
201486
2015236
2016163
201773
201822
201947
202026
202119
202211
20237
20241
20251
20263
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
1
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 12, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Back over prevention

2 reports
“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.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 13, 2026Back over preventionODI 11770822

Service brakes, hydraulic

1 report1 crash
“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 mileage was 950.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 9, 2026Service brakes, hydraulicCrash reportedODI 11742951
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 12, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl · 2.4L 4-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (AV-S6)
Drive
4-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 12, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Outlander Sport 4WD
Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · 4-Wheel Drive
232926$2,300344
Outlander Sport 4WD
Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L · 4-Wheel Drive
232825$2,400353
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 12, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
Overall rating
4/ 5
4 of 5
MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT SUV N/A AWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
16.9%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 12, 2026Vehicle 21608
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2026 Outlander Sport questions

How many recalls does the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 12, 2026.

What are the most common 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport problems?

Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are back over prevention (2), service brakes, hydraulic (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport get?

The EPA rates the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport at 25–26 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

How safe is the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 4 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 12, 2026