2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 75 on record.
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recalls 6
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Lancer, 2009-2010 Lancer Sportback, 2008-2013 Outlander, and 2011-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, …
Fix: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. Depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall beg…
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the wiper link separating and the wipers becoming inoperative.
Fix: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rod of the wiper link and the wiper motor crank arm, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 10, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-004.
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured August 26, 2010, to June 1, 2012, and 2016 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured January 11, 2016, to July 8, 2016. The lift gate support outer tube on the affected vehicles may have insufficient anti-corrosion treatment that can allow the outer tube to corrode due to salt and water penetrati…
Fix: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lift gate supports, free of charge. The recall began on January 20, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-011.
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Lancer, 2008-2012 Outlander, 2010-2012 Lancer Sportback, and 2011-2012 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with either a 4B11 or 4B12 engine. The drive belt automatic tensioner flange may crack, allowing the accessory drive belt to detach.
Fix: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the belt tensioner with one that has an improved shape, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-001.
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured August 26, 2010, to January 5, 2015. In the affected vehicles, water may drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole. The water may cause internal corrosion of the windshield wiper motor and the possible failure of the motor.
Fix: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. The manufacturer has begun the recall, but parts are not yet available; a second notice will be sent when parts are available. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this rec…
MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 OUTLANDER SPORT VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 9, 2011, THROUGH DECEMBER 16, 2011. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE TURN SIGNAL LEVERS IN THE VEHICLE WERE NOT MANUFACTURED CORRECTLY, WHICH COULD RESULT IN THE AUTO-CANCEL FUNCTION OF THE…
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TURN SIGNAL LEVER AND REPLACE IT WITH A NEW ONE FREE OF CHARGE. NO VEHICLES HAVE BEEN RETAILED TO CUSTOMERS WITH THIS POTENTIAL CONDITION, NO RECALL BULLETIN OR OWNER LETTERS WILL BE PREPARED. YOU MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport trims & engines on record
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport vehicles on record
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEJA4AP4AU5CZ004435
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEJA4AR4AU8CZ010496
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ESJA4AP3AU1CZ000375
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEJA4AR4AU0CZ002604
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ESJA4AP3AU6CZ002994
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEJA4AR4AU8CZ005928
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEJA4AP4AU0CZ000776
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEJA4AP4AUXCZ000672
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEJA4AR4AU4CZ007031
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEJA4AR4AU8CZ000924
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEJA4AR4AU5CZ000220
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEJA4AR4AU7CZ011736
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEJA4AR4AU5CZ011573
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEJA4AP4AU8CZ006468
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEJA4AP4AU6CZ010969
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ESJA4AP3AU5CZ002789
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEJA4AR4AU5CZ006258
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEJA4AR4AU7CZ005824
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEJA4AR4AU6CZ005135
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ESJA4AP3AU2CZ011336
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ESJA4AP3AU2CZ006072
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEJA4AR4AU4CZ004209
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEJA4AP4AU7CZ003299
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SEJA4AR4AU3CZ010390
Other Mitsubishi Outlander Sport model years
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport — frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?
Based on 35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, suspension, air bags.
What gas mileage does the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport at about 26 mpg combined (24 city / 29 highway).
How much is a 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport worth?
Comparable 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport listings run roughly $9,300–$15,200, typically around $12,807 (from 75 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.