2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 19%of 26 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 12,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the electrical system of the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, 19% of the 26 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 12,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is 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.
“Vehicle stalled on city road, was able to restart. And pull into parking lot when it stalled again, all warning lights were illuminated in vehicle. Was not able to restart this time, vehicle was completely dead.could not move shifter to any position, stuck in park vehicle was towed to Mitsubishi dealership. Vehicle was at dealership for 7 days, dealership said it was a bad relay that prevented communication with computer.”
NHTSA complaint #11219579, filed 2019-06, 36,700 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. While driving approximately 75 MPH, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate. While merging onto the highway, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to accelerate. The contact also stated that the vehicle pulled to the right without warning. Later, when the ignition was turned to the on position, the vehicle hesitated to start. The failures recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but the failures could not be duplicated. The contact later noticed that the electrical system malfunctioned. …”
NHTSA complaint #10917834, filed 2016-10, 1,000 miles“Locks stopped working 1 year after purchasing my vehicle, the drivers side front and bank locks stopped working first then the passenger side front door lock stopped working”
NHTSA complaint #11208419, filed 2019-05Related recalls
- 17V609000Sep 29, 2017Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution…Covers: Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2015–2016, Outlander 2015–2017, Lancer 2015–2016 +1 more
Related service bulletins
- 11026481Nov 21, 2025Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
- 11006081Jul 23, 2024This Technical Service Bulletin instructs the dealer to update the Hands Free Module software to improve the Bluetooth connection when certain devices are connected to Wi‐Fi.
- 10233997Mar 7, 2023This Technical Service Bulletin contains technical information and troubleshooting for the accessory Remote Engine Start system for affected vehicles.
- 10233994Mar 7, 2023This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers and parts managers about possible causes after a customer complains that the engine will not start while using the remote…
- 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…
- 10203270Oct 26, 2021This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to replace the seat adjuster assembly and power seat harness in affected vehicles with improved countermeasure parts. Due to a…
- 10203267Oct 26, 2021This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to replace the seat adjuster assembly and power seat harness in affected vehicles with improved countermeasure parts. Due to a…
- 10201201Aug 24, 2021This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing them Owner Manuals (OM) are now available electronically beginning with Model Year 2015.
- 10191960Apr 9, 2021This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers providing instructions for repairs to perform to correct a communication error that may occur between the One-Touch Start…
- 10182328Oct 27, 2020This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to replace the CVT-ECU with a counter-measure part to change the setting of the solenoid valve voltage monitoring circuit.
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 43% |
| 2022 | 3 | 27% |
| 2021 | 6 | 32% |
| 2020 | 5 | 19% |
| 2019 | 2 | 8% |
| 2018 | 7 | 33% |
| 2017 | 11 | 41% |
| 2016 | 5 | 19% |
| 2015 | 19 | 10% |
| 2014 | 5 | 12% |
| 2013 | 11 | 26% |
| 2012 | 2 | 14% |
| 2011 | 6 | 20% |
Other parts of the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology