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2018 Mitsubishi Outlander SportProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 37 owners and 2 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 30, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026

Complaints
37
Crashes
6
Fires
0
Recalls
2
TSBs
103
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Preliminary Verdict

Proceed with Caution

Based on 37 complaints, 6 crashes, 0 fires, and 2 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

power fold mirrors not working properly

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
2

push button start failure electrical failure message

1 complaints • Severity 4/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the ElectricalHIGH

7 owners reported electrical issues — failures commonly reported around 51K miles.

!Inspect the AirbagsMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

3
0–30K
6
30–60K
2
60–90K
3
90–120K
120–150K
150K+

Peak failure range: 30–60K miles (6 reports) • Median: 51K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Electrical (7 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

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Buy / Skip Verdict

Final recommendation with conditions

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Where the complaints fall

Electrical7 (19%)
Airbags5 (14%)
Drivetrain5 (14%)
Other3 (8%)
Seat Belts2 (5%)
Brakes2 (5%)
Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification1 (3%)
Stability Control1 (3%)

2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 19% of all reports filed for the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, with 7 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 50,694 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 51K-mile mark.

Airbags Issues

Airbags complaints account for 14% of all reports filed for the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, with 5 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to airbags-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 14% of all reports filed for the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, with 5 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Seat Belts Issues

Seat Belts complaints account for 5% of all reports filed for the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, with 2 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to seat belts-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

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18
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19
9
20
1
21
4
22
7
23
4
24
5
25
4
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. Recent trend: stable.

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Recall History (2 recalls)

18V620000Oct 2018

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE:SOFTWARE:PEDESTRIAN/CYCLIST/OBJECT/OBSTACLE/ RECOGNITION

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 Mitigation (FCM) system that detects pedestrians. Due to incorrect software, the FCM-ECU (Electronic Control Unit) may apply braking for longer than needed, even after a pedestrian is no longer detected.

18V621000Oct 2018

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 and Eclipse Cross vehicles and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with an Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system and/or an Electric Parking Brake (EPB) system. The software for the Hydraulic Unit Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may be incorrect, possibly preventing the intervention of a safety system such as automatic emergency braking, Anti-lock Braking (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), or the Brake Auto Hold (BAH) function when any of these systems are in use.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

The worst model year for the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is the 2013 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is electrical.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 37 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 2 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated (checked October 30, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

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2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is related to the electrical, with 7 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport reliable?
The 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has 37 complaints, 6 crash reports, and 0 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How safe is the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
NHTSA rates the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 4 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have any recalls?
Yes, the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has 2 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Mitsubishi Outlander Sport problems start?
Based on 14 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 50,694 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 30–60K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 30, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 28, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 4, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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