Is the 2011 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER reliable?

The 2011 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER has 88 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.4x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: below-average. Most common issue: ENGINE problems.

What are common problems with the 2011 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER?

Top problems: ENGINE (26 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (9 complaints, avg repair $500); VISIBILITY (9 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2011 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER?

Yes, there are 8 recall(s): VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS, VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES, SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS, STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS, VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR, STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS. Contact any Mitsubishi dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2011 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER?

The 2011 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER gets 24 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $2000. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2011 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2011 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER is approximately $1,494/year (suv-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2011 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2011 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER has 88 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.4x the segment average of 62. The most common issue is engine problems (30% of all complaints), specifically: tl* the contact owns a 2011 mitsubishi outlander sport. the contact was driving approximately 70 mph when the check engine warning indicator illuminated until the engine was turned off. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer six times for the identical failure where both engine oil feeders we. There are 8 recalls issued for this model year.

3 crash reports 3 injuries

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.4x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ENGINE

26 complaints

30%

• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED UNTIL THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER SIX TIMES FOR THE IDENTICAL FAILURE WHERE BOTH ENGINE OIL FEEDERS WE
• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OVER 55 MPH. THE FAILURE WAS EXPERIENCED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER NUMEROUS TIMES FOR THE FAILURE WHERE TH
• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14B562000 (ENGINE); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO ADVISE WHEN THE PART WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT N

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED UNTIL THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER SIX TIMES FOR THE IDENTICAL FAILURE WHERE BOTH ENGINE OIL FEEDERS WE”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2011 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER

Based on 43 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 68K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 60-100K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ENGINE

Earlier than typicalmedian 67K mi · 8 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 77K mi · 6 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

VISIBILITY

In line with typicalmedian 71K mi · 6 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (8)

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR20/07/2017

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles. 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.

Risk: Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-003.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2011 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$2,001

Per month

$167

Per mile

16.7¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,527/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,715/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2011 Mitsubishi OUTLANDER

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,494

Full coverage / month

$125

Liability only / year

$639

vs US avg

-11%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (suv-midsize)1.05x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.85x

= Full coverage estimate$1494

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Mitsubishi New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

5 yr / 60K mi

Powertrain

10 yr / 100K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

10 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

7 yr / 100K mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / unlimited mi

10 year powertrain not transferable

These are the terms for a new Mitsubishi. If you're buying a used 2011 OUTLANDER, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Mitsubishi dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

VISIBILITY(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 88 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ENGINE: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED UNTIL THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER SIX TIMES FOR THE IDENTICAL FAILURE WHERE BOTH ENGINE OIL FEEDERS WE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: THE DASHBOARD INDICATOR FOR THE HEADLIGHT SHOWS THE PARKING LIGHT SYMBOL FOR BOTH THE PARKING LIGHTS AND THE HEADLIGHTS. IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO DETERMINE FROM THE DASHBOARD WHICH LIGHTS ARE BEING USED. THIS COULD RESULT IN DRIVING AT NIGHT WITH THE PARKING LIGHTS ON WHEN HEADLIGHTS ARE NEEDED. THIS
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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VISIBILITY: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED TO ACTIVATE. THE NEXT MORNING, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE BATTERY, BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE CONTACT REPROGRAMMED THE ECU AND THE FAILURE WAS REMEDIED. THE CAUS
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: THE DASHBOARD INDICATOR FOR THE HEADLIGHT SHOWS THE PARKING LIGHT SYMBOL FOR BOTH THE PARKING LIGHTS AND THE HEADLIGHTS. IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO DETERMINE FROM THE DASHBOARD WHICH LIGHTS ARE BEING USED. THIS COULD RESULT IN DRIVING AT NIGHT WITH THE PARKING LIGHTS ON WHEN HEADLIGHTS ARE NEEDED. THIS
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 8 recalls have been completed — free at any Mitsubishi dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)