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2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 21 complaints on file for the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

21

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2022 compare to other Outlander Sport years?

Outlander Sport NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted279 complaints2011: 47 complaints2012: 18 complaints2013: 59 complaints2014: 58 complaints2015: 279 complaints2016: 42 complaints2017: 47 complaints2018: 37 complaints2019: 42 complaints2020: 34 complaints2021: 28 complaints2022: 21 complaints2023: 15 complaints2024: 2 complaints2025: 1 complaints2026: 2 complaints
Outlander Sport NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

See all Outlander Sport years to avoid →

What are the most common 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance524%
Transmission419%
Other419%
Electrical System314%
Engine210%
Fuel System15%
Speed Control15%
Steering15%

Does the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

22V563000TransmissionAugust 2, 2022 · 76,508 units

Defect

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with continuously variable transmissions and mechanical key ignition systems. A software error in the transmission control unit (CVT-ECU) may incorrectly reduce the transmission gear ratio at high speeds, which can result in an engine stall.

Consequence

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the CVT-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2022. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-22-004.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“Brought vehicle in for recall repair for the software update. The update failed and also caused the TCM module to fail. Its been over a week since i last had my vehicle and the service shop is still waiting for the replacement modules which is on "backorder"”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · September 3, 2022

“When backing up the rear camera display is too dark to see. I have altered the settings for display from auto, to night, to day, and also adjusted the brightness level all the way up, but nothing changes. It remains the same and you can't safely see what is on the camera display. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · September 2, 2023

“Entire engine and electrical system failure not corrected with new battery or $30,000 mi. service. Once I turn car off, everything freezes up and won’t start again. Windows, steering, starter, everything locks up. Had to tow it to service 2 times in 3 weeks and they claim they can’t find…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · April 9, 2024

“Entire engine and electrical system failure not corrected with new battery or $30,000 mi. service. Once I turn car off, everything freezes up and won’t start again. Windows, steering, starter, everything locks up. Had to tow it to service 2 times in 3 weeks and they claim they can’t find…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · April 9, 2024

“Entire engine and electrical system failure not corrected with new battery or $30,000 mi. service. Once I turn car off, everything freezes up and won’t start again. Windows, steering, starter, everything locks up. Had to tow it to service 2 times in 3 weeks and they claim they can’t find…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · April 9, 2024

2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — common questions

Is the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport reliable?

The record is thin — 21 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2022 Outlander Sport problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (5 complaints), other (4 complaints), transmission (4 complaints).

Does the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Mitsubishi Outlander Sport years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Outlander Sport years to avoid are 2015, 2013, 2014. The cleanest record among Outlander Sport years belongs to 2025.

How safe is the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.