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2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Transmission and drivetrain Problems

Complaints
7about this part
Share
27%of 26 total for the year
Median mileage
54,411miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, 27% of the 26 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 54,411 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.

“I just purchased a pre-owned certified 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport gt with an odometer of around 6043 miles at time of purchase. In the last 2 days since purchasing, I have noticed that while the car is in stop and go traffic at a complete halt, when pushing on the gas pedal to move forward, there is a waiting delay of a second and then the car surges forward. The delayed response where the car does not immediately accelerate when pushing on the gas can happen after being in a complete stop at an intersection, or on the highway while complete stopping during traffic. …”

NHTSA complaint #10959956, filed 2017-03, 6,060 miles

“In less than one year with this car, 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT, is hesitating when accelerating then jerking forward into 4th gear, while driving at various speeds, the steering column vibrates makes loud sound, I’ve replaced the headlights at least 6x, water is getting in the vehicle somehow even a car wish will leave the floorboards soaking wet, the steering sways. This car had given me more issues in a year than all my cars throughout my lifetime combined and vehicle's vin number was NOT INCLUDED IN MANY SAFETY RECALLS. CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF THE CRASH.”

NHTSA complaint #11640158, filed 2025-02

“The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated while accelerating at various speeds, the vehicle failed to shift into the intended gear. The contact then stated that the vehicle hesitated and stalled. The check engine and the transmission warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V563000 (Power Train). …”

NHTSA complaint #11507487, filed 2023-02, 78,000 miles

“The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the vehicle hesitated upon depressing the accelerator pedal, and the engine revved. The transmission warning light illuminated and the message Transmission Hot was displayed. The contact continued driving, and the message Transmission Fluid Low was displayed. The contact pulled to the side of the road and allowed the vehicle to cool down. The contact then checked the transmission fluid level and noticed that there was enough transmission fluid in the vehicle. …”

NHTSA complaint #11544279, filed 2023-09, 67,700 miles

“The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75 MPH, the service transmission warning light illuminated. The failure caused the gear to downshift inadvertently from 4th gear to 1st gear within seconds. The contact managed to pull over to attempt to regain control however, the transmission failed intermittently. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who diagnosed that the vehicle needed valve body replacement. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure persisted. …”

NHTSA complaint #11429237, filed 2021-08, 119,000 miles

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Transmission and drivetrain: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2023114%
2022436%
2021316%
2020623%
2019727%
2018524%
2017622%
2016727%
201511764%
20141434%
201337%
201217%
2011310%

Other parts of the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Engine
8 complaintsElectrical system
5 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.

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