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2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
1
Recall
25
Complaints
4/5
Safety Rating
The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has 1 recall and 25 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 4 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: power train (4 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is power train with 4 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport currently shows 1 NHTSA recall listed on this page and 25 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 4/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are power train (4), air bags (4), unknown or other (3).
- Vehicle
- 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
- Recalls
- 1
- Complaints
- 25
- Safety Rating
- 4/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
16.9% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: OptionalLane Departure Warning: Optional
Recall Notices
NHTSANHTSA ID: 22V563000August 02, 2022
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
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.
Remedy Status
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.
Owner Complaints
25 totalPOWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1 injuryDec 25, 2025
My car is stalling, shaking, shuddering, not accelerating and downshifting while I am on the highway almost killing me while attempting to inch my way across the lanes to the shoulder. With NO WARNING my vehicle completely broke down with my children in the car one is Non Verbal ...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 16, 2025
Car has stopped in middle of the road and engine just stalled. The battery light keeps flashing on and off even after alternator as been changed
AIR BAGS
CRASHAug 20, 2025
Airbags did not deploy.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 8, 2025
I bought this car from market place face book , the seller deleted his account. After the sale, so I felt suspicious and search in the google using rhe vin number and found out the mileage on VIN check page doesn’t match the number in the car
POWER TRAIN
Feb 18, 2025
Took the car in for routine cvt fluid and filter change. Mechanic completed the task Took the vehicle for a road test and at highway speed the cvt transmission shifted to a higher gear and revved the motor rpms immediately over 6000 to 7000. Threw it into neutral and took back to...
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AIR BAGS
CRASH2 injuriesJan 9, 2025
I got an accirdent Jan 9,2025 and my car was totally wreck. Im in body pain and therapy right now and in working status report because of my situation. The airbag didnt deployed at the time of accident. Mitsubishi outlander has 7 airbags , but nothing has comes out. This is very ...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 2, 2024
I bought this car used less than 30 days ago. It had 21362 miles on it. It made a weird nose when putting it into drive. Thought it might be a heatshield. Took it to a mitsubishi dealership for an outstanding recall. Ask them to check underneath. The exhaust pipe was rusted ...
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ENGINE
Aug 10, 2024
Starter clicks, doesn't turn engine. Tried rotating engine, engine will not turn past a certain angle. Removed spark plugs for cylinder inspection. 1,2, and 3 ok. Cylinder 4 spark plug extremely difficult to remove. Ground strap has been impacted by debris. Borescope inspection s...
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SERVICE BRAKES
Aug 1, 2024
Rear brake calipers sticking constantly. Emergency brake also sticking or loosing tension.
ENGINE
Mar 31, 2024
Vehicle will not go into reverse from drive. Must put vehicle in park then to reverse or it won’t back up.
Showing 10 recent complaints from 25 total
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Why Compare These Pages
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have?
The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has 1 recall recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
NHTSA has received 25 owner-reported complaints for the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport are power train (4 reports), air bags (4 reports), unknown or other (3 reports).
Does the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 1 recall on record for the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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