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2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recalls and problems

2 recalls and 21 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.

2
recalls
21
owner complaints
4
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recalls

Forward collision avoidance: software, pedestrian/cyclist/object/obstacle/ recognition · Electrical system: software

NHTSA campaign 18V620000 · reported September 14, 2018 · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. · 9,166 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Outlander Sport, 2018-2019 Eclipse Cross, and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system that detects pedestrians. Due to incorrect software, the FCM-ECU (Electronic Control Unit) may apply braking for longer than needed, even after a pedestrian is no longer detected.
The risk
If the FCM-ECU software activates the brake for longer than necessary, the driver may react by applying additional braking. The resulting rapid deceleration of the vehicle can increase the risk of a rear-end collision.
The fix
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the FCM-ECU software with updated software, free of charge. The recall is began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-007.

Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control · Electronic stability control (ESC) · Electrical system: software · Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip

NHTSA campaign 18V621000 · reported September 14, 2018 · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. · 58,916 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with a Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) system and 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and Eclipse Cross vehicles and 2017-2018 Outlander vehicles equipped with an Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system and/or an Electric Parking Brake (EPB) system. The software for the Hydraulic Unit Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may be incorrect, possibly preventing the intervention of a safety system such as automatic emergency braking, Anti-lock Braking (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), or the Brake Auto Hold (BAH) function when any of these systems are in use.
The risk
If the safety systems do not function as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the Hydraulic Unit-ECU software, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-008.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Mar 8, 2026 · Air bags

Air bag symbol is lit on dash. Technicians unable to find issue, nor were they able to reset light. I feel the importance of said system functioning properly needs addressed. Not just we e can't find what is wrong.Nothing else we can do. No, that's b s

Mar 6, 2026 · Seat belts

Center seat belt will not retract, causing the belt to be unusable and unsafe.

Aug 8, 2025 · Air bags · crash reported

On 05AUG25, my wife was involved in a frontal collision while driving our 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The vehicle struck another vehicle at an estimated speed of over 30 mph, resulting in significant damage to the front passenger side, including deformation of the hood and front quarter panel. Despite the…

Aug 8, 2025 · Air bags · crash reported

This is a follow-up and correction to a complaint previously submitted for VIN […] regarding airbag non-deployment during a passenger-side T-bone collision on […]. A […] child was properly restrained in a rear-facing car seat in the rear passenger-side seat. The vehicle was struck directly on the passenger side at an…

Feb 10, 2025 · Air bags · 90,000 miles

The contact owns a 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the air bag light warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the air bag sensor was faulty and needed to be replaced…

Outlander Sport model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2015 918221
2016 82610
2017 02740
2018 22140
2019 12650
2020 12610
2021 11900

Across all years, the 2015 Outlander Sport has the most complaints (182). All Mitsubishi Outlander Sport years →

Questions

Does the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, the most recent reported on September 14, 2018 (Forward collision avoidance: software, pedestrian/cyclist/object/obstacle/ recognition, Electrical system: software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (7 complaints), followed by air bags (6).
How many 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport complaints mention a crash or fire?
4 of 21 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received March 8, 2026.