2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport: 6 recalls, 41 owner complaints and up to 26 mpg combined.
Recalls
6 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #14V744000 · 2014 · 54,779 vehicles
What's wrong: Mitsubishi motors north america, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 outlander sport vehicles manufactured July 20, 2012, to July 23, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the front passenger seat belt lap end attachment fastener May not be torqued to specification, and the fastener May loosen with time.
Why it matters: A loosened and weakened fastener May not be capable of withstanding the load forces associated with a vehicle crash, leaving the seat occupant insufficiently restrained and increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt lap end attachment fastener, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2014.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #16V792000 · 2016 · 93,801 vehicles
What's wrong: Mitsubishi motors north america, Inc. (mmna) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 outlander sport vehicles manufactured August 26, 2010, to January 5, 2015. In the affected vehicles, water May drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole. The water May cause internal corrosion of the windshield wiper motor and the possible failure of the motor.
Why it matters: Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. The manufacturer has begun the recall, but parts are not yet available; a second notice will be sent when parts are available.
Parking brake Vehicle recall #18V070000 · 2018 · 170,354 vehicles
What's wrong: Mitsubishi motors north america, Inc. (mmna) is recalling certain 2014-2016 outlander and 2013-2016 outlander sport vehicles. Water May enter the rear brake calipers causing the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and possibly bind.
Why it matters: If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake May not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle May move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake calipers and replace the parking brake boot and lever or the brake caliper body, as necessary. Dealers will also replace the piston assembly of the rear brake caliper. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is…
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #18V103000 · 2018 · 158,651 vehicles
What's wrong: Mitsubishi motors north america, Inc. (mmna) is recalling certain 2011-2016 outlander sport vehicles. Water May enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the wiper link separating and the wipers becoming inoperative.
Why it matters: Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rod of the wiper link and the wiper motor crank arm, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 10, 2018.
Body & structure, Suspension Vehicle recall #20V279000 · 2020 · 141,200 vehicles
What's wrong: Mitsubishi motors north america, Inc. (mmna) is recalling certain 2008-2010 lancer, 2009-2010 lancer sportback, 2008-2013 outlander, and 2011-2016 outlander sport vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, connecticut, delaware, the district of columbia, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania,…
Why it matters: A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. Depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began…
Body & structure, Suspension Vehicle recall #21V144000 · 2021 · 15,347 vehicles
What's wrong: Mitsubishi motors north america, Inc. (mmna) is recalling certain 2013-2015 outlander sport vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in connecticut, delaware, the district of columbia, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, west virginia, and wisconsin. The front…
Why it matters: A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mmna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. Depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied, or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one, free of charge.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (14): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (7), warning light on (4), noise or vibration (3).
- Brakes (9): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (5): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Speed control / throttle (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has 41 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 16 Outlander Sport model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 30). Complaints peaked in 2020 (8 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 59,800 miles. Neighboring years: 2013 (42 complaints, 10 recalls), 2015 (182 complaints, 9 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 29 | 26 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 30 | 26 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 24 | 29 | 26 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recalls for the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport problems?
Owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (14), brakes (9), electrical (5).
What gas mileage does the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport get?
EPA ratings run up to 26 mpg combined (2.0 L, Manual 5-spd), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport repair manual?
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