2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.

20192021
Complaints
34
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Fatalities
—
Recalls
1

Worst 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#18 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:63,000 mi
#26 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:64,850 mi
#35 complaints

Electrical Faults

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport.

Engine Problems
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
63,000
Transmission / Drivetrain
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
64,850
Electrical Faults
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Recalls for 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~76,508 vehicles.

22V563000Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module:software
~76,508 affected

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with continuously variable transmissions and mechanical key ignition systems. A software error in the transmission control unit (CVT-ECU) may incorrectly reduce the transmission gear ratio at high speeds, which can result in an engine stall.

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2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has 34 NHTSA complaints, 1 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 8 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (8 complaints, avg 63,000 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (6 complaints, avg 64,850 mi); Electrical Faults (5 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 63,793 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
NHTSA complaints for the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport include 1 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 76,508 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Mitsubishi Outlander Sport reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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