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2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Problems and Recalls

Owners filed 27 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, most often about the electrical (41% of complaints, typically around 52,000 miles). It is 5th of 16 Outlander Sport model years by number of complaints.

Complaints27
Recalls0
Crashes reported4
Fires reported0
Injuries reported2

Most common 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport problems

  1. Electrical

    11 complaints · 41%

    Half of these problems showed up before 52,000 miles.

    Has been happening for a few days now I try to start the car and it seems as it will fail me soon. I went to a mechanic and they told me it's a problem with the ignition or starter. It's a new car bought it brand new in 2017. I believe they should also recall the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. Also seat belts don't…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2019, at 53,000 miles
    My greatest concern is the engine stalling while driving, new battery draining so quickly , the vehicle shaking while idle then shuts off. I cannot understand how my vehicle was not added to the engine stall recall even with these problems replicating what Mitsubishi identifies in there past recalls. This is very…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2020, at 130,000 miles

  2. Transmission

    6 complaints · 22%

    The 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport's CVT transmission hesitant while accelerating from a stop then it surges with power and the RPM fluctuates up and down continuously. When given gas the vehicle sometimes does not accelerate. This vehicle was not always like this. I recorded multiple video showing the RPM fluctuates…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2017, at 10,000 miles
    I've had my routine maintenance done on this vehicle since I financed it back in june of 2019 which was at 47k miles. There was no issues, I had my last maintenance done in october at 70k miles. My transmission showed no signs of going out , there's no leakage of any sort. It just decided saturday, january 2 of 2021…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2021, at 76,177 miles

  3. Air bags

    6 complaints · 22%

    I was involved in a rare end collision on an icy road. I braked and the car essentially slid directly into an 18 wheeler. The vehicle was in forward motion on a highway doing around or below est 40mph. Upon impact the airbags failed to deploy despite the extensive damage seen. Injuries were minor cuts and bruises and…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2018, at 5,800 miles
    I was traveling on a city street. A vehicle pulled out in front of me. I hit them. I was going approximately 35 MPH. My car has been totaled. The airbag did not deploy. I have contacted Mitsubishi motors and they gave me this contact information.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2021, at 34,000 miles

  4. Engine

    5 complaints · 19%

    The 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport's CVT transmission hesitant while accelerating from a stop then it surges with power and the RPM fluctuates up and down continuously. When given gas the vehicle sometimes does not accelerate. This vehicle was not always like this. I recorded multiple video showing the RPM fluctuates…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2017, at 10,000 miles
    My greatest concern is the engine stalling while driving, new battery draining so quickly , the vehicle shaking while idle then shuts off. I cannot understand how my vehicle was not added to the engine stall recall even with these problems replicating what Mitsubishi identifies in there past recalls. This is very…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2020, at 130,000 miles

Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.

2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recalls

NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.

Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.

Questions about the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
By NHTSA owner complaints: electrical (11 complaints, typically around 52,000 miles); transmission (6 complaints); air bags (6 complaints).
How many recalls does the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
Is the 2017 a bad year for the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
It is 5th of 16 Outlander Sport model years by number of complaints, with 27 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.

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