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2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.

Safety record

Recalls on the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Recall·20V279000

Structure: frame and members

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Recall·18V103000

Visibility: linkages

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Recall·16V867000

Structure: hinge and attachments

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

7 more in the guide, with whether each one was done on the car you're looking at.

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 85 owners reported

Electrical system13
Engine12
Engine and engine cooling9
Power train8

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport at a glance

Trims
ESSE
Engine
2.0L 4-Cylinder
Transmission
Manual 5-spd, CVT
Drivetrain
FWD, AWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
SUV
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?

Owners have filed 85 complaints about the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport with NHTSA, most often about the engine. There are 10 recall campaigns covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 10 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.