repaired · 2022 Q2
Structure: frame and members
Risk. A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
2011 Mitsubishi OutlanderProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 58 owner complaints about the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander, most often about the engine. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-458 the manufacturer reports only 17% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 19, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander has problems
58 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
19Engine
9Electrical system
8Visibility/wiper
7Engine and engine cooling
6Power train
4Vehicle speed control
4Suspension
4Air bags
3Service brakes
168 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 19 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 9 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 8 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 7 | 0 |
| Power train | 6 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 0 |
| Suspension | 4 | 0 |
| Air bags | 4 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 0 |
| 8 other systems | 16 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2011 Mitsubishi Outlander recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Gasoline: belts and associated pulleys
Risk. If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Windshield wiper/washer: motor
Risk. Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Windshield wiper/washer: linkages
Risk. Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2018 Q2
Control arm: lower arm
Risk. A detached front control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Defroster/defogger/hvac system: fan/motor
Risk. Failure of the blower motor may reduce the performance of the windshield defroster, diminishing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q1
Gasoline: belts and associated pulleys
Risk. If the drive belt detaches, the battery may discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
Risk. A power steering fluid leak could result in a loss of steering assistance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mitsubishi.
Best & worst years
2011 vs. every other Outlander year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Outlander median. How we score
'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2011 Mitsubishi Outlander safety ratings
2011 Mitsubishi Outlander SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 4 stars (16.9% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Outlander owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection? The engine experienced catastrophic internal failure. A connecting rod broke and punctured the engine block, rendering the vehicle completely inoperable. This failure is consistent with overheating and internal…
The engine is shutting off while In traffic and from a full stop on red light. This happened so many times. I had to put on park and start the engine for it to work again.
I purchased the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander in 2015. In January 2018 the engine seized up while driving and was not repairable. Thankfully I was able to pull over and no one was hurt. The vehicle was only 7 years old with only 112,846 miles and I still had a loan on the vehicle for approxiamtly…
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