2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 10%of 30 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 113,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the visibility of the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, 10% of the 30 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 113,000 miles. 4 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The exterior rubber window moldings are corroded and melted which allows for the water to get into the door damaging the electrical wiring for the windows automatic operation. My vehicle isn't the only vehicle with this problem as I have seen that most of these cars have the same problem. I have tried to contact Mitsubishi to tell them about this problem but in puerto rico they told me this problem was because I wasn't using wax on them, I have seen much older cars, and this problem does not exist. …”
NHTSA complaint #11022577, filed 2017-09“The contact owns a 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH in the rain, the windshield wipers were fully engaged; however, wiper motor failed to operate as intended. The failure obstructed the driver's visibility, preventing the driver from safely operating the vehicle, creating a visibility hazard. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that after a while the windshield wipers started to function as intended. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. …”
NHTSA complaint #11667422, filed 2025-06, 113,000 miles“2011 Mitsubishi overland. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle not passing inspection due to thin brake pads and too many knicks in the windshield. The consumer stated the failures were discovered two weeks after purchasing the vehicle. The dealer did not offer any assistance with having the vehicle repaired.”
NHTSA complaint #11073709, filed 2018-02Related recalls
- 18V103000Feb 9, 2018Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter between the hood and windshield and…Covers: Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2011–2016
- 16V792000Oct 31, 2016Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured August 26, 2010, to January 5…Covers: Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2011–2015
- 15V233000Apr 20, 2015Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Lancer vehicles manufactured March 16, 2009, to March 30, 2011…Covers: Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2011, Lancer 2009–2011, Outlander 2009–2011 +2 more
- 13V255000Jun 20, 2013Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured August 26, 2010, through March 29…Covers: Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2011
Related service bulletins
- 11007471Aug 7, 2024Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
- 10228926Dec 19, 2022This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers informing them of updates to the Troubleshooting Procedure for the Windshield Wiper in the Exterior portion of the affected…
- 10098904Feb 1, 2017This is an example of a completed worksheet provided to certain dealers to perform a study of the deck garnish gaps, wiper motor connector's conditions, and wiper link boots.
- 10098902Feb 1, 2017This is a worksheet provided to certain dealers to perform a study of the deck garnish, wiper motor connector, and wiper link boots. The parts being studied must also be shipped…
- 10170074Aug 28, 2015This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170087Dec 7, 2012This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
Other parts of the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
8 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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