There are no safety recalls for the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, but owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA.
2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Electrical System | 11 | |
| Power Train | 6 | |
| Air Bags | 6 | |
| Engine | 5 | |
| Seat Belts | 4 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 2 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | |
| Service Brakes | 2 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Seats | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Buckle Assembly — 1
- Seat Belts › Rear/Other — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 33,870 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Electrical System · reported May 8, 2026
While driving, the vehicle will randomly shut off and lose all power. If I jump the car, it starts up and runs fine for a while. Also, there have been several incidents when I park the car, and it immediately loses all power and needs to be jumped. I have had the battery, alternaor and starter checked, and all are working fine per the mechanic. There have also been instances when we are pushing on the gas pedal, but the car appears to be losing power, and we have to pull over to the side of the road, wait a few minutes, and then the vehicle will start and run fine.
Unknown or Other · reported Jun 3, 2025
My vehicle kept going into "limp mode" so I took it to the shop and they basically said $9,000 to replace. It's a 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport which I purchased from Carvana just over a year ago. After reading up on my vehicle, I found there were recalls on the CVT transmission the previous years because of the same exact issues. It's very unsafe because on more than one occasion, I pulled out of a parking lot and, drove for about a half a mile and then suddenly, my car loses power and starts to slow down in traffic. Now the expense to replace is just about what I owe on the vehicle. When I…
Power Train · reported Jan 18, 2025
The Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) system failed. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. The failure caused the vehicle to lose acceleration, delay response to the gas pedal, and jerk while driving. These issues made it unsafe to drive, as the car could not maintain a consistent speed, risking accidents, especially in traffic or during merging. Yes, the issue was confirmed by the dealer, Jim Shorkey Mitsubishi North Huntingdon, after inspection. They verified the problem and provided diagnostic codes indicating internal transmission failure (P0776, P0868, P0446).…
Electrical System · reported Apr 24, 2023
This 2017 outlander has had issues with the tire rod multiple times. It needed to be fixed approx every three months and the tires needed constant changing as well. This vehicle had a timing chain issue which left me stranded in the middle of the high way. the power stopped, the car started to jerk back and forth and it would power off. We had to get this car towed to three seperate mechanics as no one would work on a mitsubishi and I was told it was the timing chain with possible engine damage. Prio to all of this happening the radio and electrical system would freeze or automatically turn…
Air Bags · reported Nov 3, 2022
My 17-year old son was stopped at a stop sign. He waited until any oncoming cars had passed before he started to move out of the stop. He turned right out of the stop and onto the cross street. After only a few feet, my son notice the front of the vehicle was angled toward the curb & he tried to pull the wheel out of the angle and stepped on the brakes. The steering wheel would not turn AT ALL & the brakes didn't do anything. My son stepped on the brake pedal two more times and the vehicle DID NOT slow down or respond to this. The car went into the front steps of our local Police Station.…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (11 reports), followed by power train (6). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 33,870 miles.
Are Mitsubishi recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mitsubishi dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.