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Buying a used 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport? Check these 2 recalls first
The 2018 Outlander Sport has two recalls, both tied to driver-assist braking: loss of braking safety system help, and braking that continues too long after pedestrian detection. Neither is stop-driving or park-outside. Owners filed 21 unverified complaints with NHTSA, led by electrical system (7), air bags (6) and power train (5); four crashes and three injuries appear in that record, which is worth weighing against the short recall list.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Confirm both braking-assist recalls were completed by VIN
- Watch for an air bag warning light at startup and while driving
- Ask about transmission behavior, hesitation or shudder in traffic
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Mitsubishi dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi SUVs may lose braking safety system help | Forward Collision Avoidance | high |
| Mitsubishi SUVs brake too long after pedestrian detection | Electrical System | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
21 complaints filed for this model year, including 4 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 3 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 7 | Yes |
| AIR Bags | 6 | None found |
| Power Train | 5 | None found |
| Brakes | 3 | None found |
| Seat Belts | 2 | None found |
| Seats | 1 | None found |