2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Problems

Good Record

Used MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT shoppers should review this model-year complaint and recall record before making an offer. Based on 7 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Back Over Prevention the most reported area.

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This 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has 7 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Back Over Prevention.

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7
Complaints
Crashes
Fires
Injuries
Fatalities
Recalls

2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Fuel Economy

✓ EPA Official Data

EPA-rated fuel economy across 4 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.

23
MPG City
2324 range
29
MPG Hwy
2830 range
26
MPG Combined
2527 range
343
g CO₂/mile
Regular Gasoline
⚠️Costs $750 more than avg vehicle over 5 years

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.

2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Safety Ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV AWD

Official crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.

Overall

4/5

16.9% rollover risk

Frontal Crash

4/5

Side Crash

5/5

Rollover

4/5

16.9% probability

Stability Control: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.

Quick Answer

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has 7 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Back Over Prevention. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.

2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — key reliability facts
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Outlander Sport
Model year
2023
NHTSA owner complaints
7
Crash-related complaints
0
Safety recall campaigns
0
Top reported component
Back Over Prevention
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 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport problems

Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.

#1
3
complaints

Back Over Prevention

#2
3
complaints

Electrical Faults

#3
3
complaints

Brake System

Complaint patterns center on Back Over Prevention, Electrical Faults, Brake System. 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 2023 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

Buyers who want a lower-risk ownership profile may prefer comparing nearby model years before committing.

Pre-purchase

What to check before buying a used 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Inspection Focus

  • Inspect the most frequently reported complaint components on this model year
  • Confirm recall repairs were completed and documented
  • Check for accident damage, title brands, and mileage inconsistencies on the exact VIN

Before You Close the Deal

  • Run a VIN check on the specific vehicle you are considering
  • Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
  • Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
  • Have a certified mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase

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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 7 NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Recall context: No recalls are currently on record in this dataset, but buyers should still verify recall status by VIN because campaigns can be added later.

Key Findings
  • 7 total complaints filed with NHTSA
  • 0 federal recall campaigns
  • No crash-related complaints on record
Top Concerns
  • Review NHTSA complaint history for the most-reported components
  • Check recall completion status at nhtsa.gov/recalls
  • Verify service records for frequently complained components
Data note: NHTSA complaints are consumer-submitted and do not confirm a manufacturing defect Complaint volume is influenced by sales volume — popular models naturally accumulate more complaints

Full breakdown

All 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport complaints by category

Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Back Over Prevention3
Electrical Faults3
Brake System3
Uncategorized Issues2
Transmission / Drivetrain1
Visibility/Wiper1
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB1

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 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Showing 7 most recent complaints

Back Over PreventionMay 30, 2026

The rear backup camera on this vehicle is excessively dim and difficult to see under normal daylight and ambient lighting conditions. The camera image is so dark that it significantly impairs the ability to detect obstacles, pedestrians, and other hazards behind the vehicle when …

Transmission / DrivetrainMay 15, 2026

Each time for the last year and a half that I have taken my car in for service or just stopped in and showed them that my radio is saying overheated current, they would test it and say that they couldn't recreate the error despite me showing that it would not connect my phone to …

Electrical FaultsJul 30, 2025

I am unsure of the proper name of the component with issues. There are several little issues but the main is, I believe it would be a software issue... Basically, on several different occasions (4) while driving at 60 mph and over, the vehicle suddenly stalled and shut off comple…

Electrical FaultsJun 23, 2024

Back up camera view is not clear, unreliable sixty percent of the time. Not able to see pedestrians or objects clearly or the distance from the vehicle. Twenty percent of the times it is clouded so dark it useless. Twenty percent of the time it is clear. Safety of others is at ri…

Back Over PreventionNov 2, 2023

The contact owns a 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the warning message "Camera is not Connected" was randomly displayed. Additionally, while in reverse in the daytime, the back over prevention camera image was extremely dis…

Uncategorized IssuesJul 8, 2023

Back up camera blurry in day time can't see what's behind you clearly when in reverse that's dangerous took Back to dealership said nothing was wrong no accident

Brake SystemApr 14, 2023

The sensors will go off for a collision when no cars are around. The automatic emergency break will break when not close to any cars.

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.

Safety recalls

2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recalls

0 campaigns

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. No recalls are currently on record in this dataset, but buyers should still verify recall status by VIN because campaigns can be added later. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.

No recall campaigns on record

No NHTSA recalls were found for this model year. Recalls can be added at any time — confirm open-recall status on the exact VIN or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Across model years

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Questions

2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport buying FAQ

Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.

Is the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport reliable?

Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 7 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns 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 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?

#1: Back Over Prevention (3 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (3 complaints). #3: Brake System (3 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?

Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 7 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have any recalls?

No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.

Should I buy a 2023 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 Back Over Prevention 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.

Wider context: See the full Mitsubishi Outlander Sport reliability report with year-by-year comparison.

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