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This 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has 11 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Uncategorized Issues.
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2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 4 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2022 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER SPORT SUV AWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
16.9% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
16.9% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has 11 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign on record. The most frequently reported component is Uncategorized Issues. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.
- Make
- Mitsubishi
- Model
- Outlander Sport
- Model year
- 2022
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 11
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Safety recall campaigns
- 1
- Top reported component
- Uncategorized Issues
- Reliability signal
- Good Record
- EPA MPG combined
- 26
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 23 / 29
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Uncategorized Issues
Transmission / Drivetrain
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
Complaint patterns center on Uncategorized Issues, Transmission / Drivetrain, Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
This MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT year appears to have a comparatively lighter NHTSA complaint footprint, but buyers should still verify condition vehicle-by-vehicle.
Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs.
May Suit
This year may suit buyers who prioritize complete maintenance records and pass a pre-purchase inspection.
May Want to Avoid
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Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
Inspection Focus
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
The MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT has 11 NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls on record. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Recall context: 1 recall campaign are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase.
- 11 total complaints filed with NHTSA
- 1 federal recall campaign
- No crash-related complaints on record
- Review NHTSA complaint history for the most-reported components
- Check recall completion status at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Verify service records for frequently complained components
Full breakdown
All 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncategorized Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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…
The contact owns a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the navigational screen failed to function as intended. The contact was unable to connect the cell phone to the infotainment system or use Google Maps. The failure prevent…
The back-up camera is BARELY visible at any time, no matter if it's daylight or dark. It is impossible to see if there is any object behind my vehicle.
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…
Car suddenly freezes and no system works. Won’t start, shift, whole electric system gone. Happened several times. Very dangerous and dealer has no idea what’s wrong. Can’t get anyone at Mitsubishi to respond. Only had car 6 months and it has $36,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated after driving 35 MPH, the contact attempted to park the vehicle and heard water gurgling through the engine. The contact also stated that the vehicle had lost a significant amount of gasoline after being refue…
I had an accident on 28th May 2023 at 5:00am in my residential area while driving my personally owned Mitsubishi Outlander Sports 2022 model with only about 6800 miles on it at about 25 miles/hr. speed, due to fatigue after coming from long oversees trip! I had my "Front Collisio…
My windshield has cracked three times I have only had the car for a year these cracks all happened within 6 months of each I do not drive behind trucks I do not have rocks that are coming and hitting it there are no chips and it's always cracking in the same space almost directly…
The backup camera is too dark and blurry, cannot see anything from it in the daytime. There are no settings to make it brighter. I have cleaned the outside of the camera lense, no change.
Whenever I was attempting to pull out into traffic the Outlander had little power to the point where in the middle of the turn it hesitated to accelerate so much that I was afraid I would get hit so I had no choice but to swerve over to the shoulder to avoid a collision.I took it…
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"
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.
Safety recalls
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recalls
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. 1 recall campaign are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
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Questions
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport reliable?▾
Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 11 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign for this model year. This MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT year appears to have a comparatively lighter NHTSA complaint footprint, but buyers should still verify condition vehicle-by-vehicle. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?▾
#1: Uncategorized Issues (4 complaints). #2: Transmission / Drivetrain (4 complaints). #3: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (4 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 11 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have any recalls?▾
Yes. 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. A major recall area is POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE. 1 recall campaign are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?▾
This MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT year appears to have a comparatively lighter NHTSA complaint footprint, but buyers should still verify condition vehicle-by-vehicle. Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs. Pay extra attention to Uncategorized Issues during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
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