2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recalls

6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

This list covers the model year as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

All recalls

20V279000 · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.Structure recallThe front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure such as from road salt…Body & latchesFree replacement141KunitsMay 202018V103000 · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.Visibility recallWater may enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the…Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement159KunitsFeb 201818V069000 · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.Engine And Engine Cooling recallThe drive belt automatic tensioner flange may crack, allowing the accessory drive belt to detach.Engine & powertrainFree replacement141KunitsJan 201816V867000 · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.Structure recallThe lift gate support outer tube on the affected vehicles may have insufficient anti-corrosion treatment that can allow the outer…Body & latchesFree replacement50KunitsDec 201616V792000 · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.Visibility recallIn the affected vehicles, water may drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole.Camera, lights & visibilityFix in development94KunitsOct 201612V001000 · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.Exterior Lighting recallThese vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices…Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement21unitsJan 2012