2012 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT Safety Overview
The 2012 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 6 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Structure:frame and members
- Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:linkages
- Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as a detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 20V279000: A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 18V103000: Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 18V069000: If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
If the outer tube corrodes, there may be a rapid loss of the gas used to provide lift assistance, causing the lift gate to fall suddenly, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 16V867000: If the outer tube corrodes, there may be a rapid loss of the gas used to... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 16V792000: Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 OUTLANDER SPORT VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEM...
THE TURN SIGNAL MAY CONTINUE TO SIGNAL AN INTENDED DIRECTIONAL CHANGE AFTER A POINT WHEN THE AUTO-CANCEL FUNCTION, IF OPERATING PROPERLY, WOULD HAVE TERMINATED THE SIGNAL. A FOLLOWING OR ONCOMING DRIVER MAY RECEIVE INACCURATE INDICATIONS OF THE VEHICLE OPERATOR'S INTENDED MANEUVERS, THEREBY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH BETWEEN VEHICLES DUE TO IMPROPER VEHICLE SIGNALING.
NHTSA Recall 12V001000: THE TURN SIGNAL MAY CONTINUE TO SIGNAL AN INTENDED DIRECTIONAL CHANGE AFTER... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.