How many electrical complaints does the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have?

NHTSA lists 21 Electrical System complaints for the 2015 Outlander Sport, making up 12% of all complaints filed for this model year.

Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2015 Outlander Sport?

Yes. Recall 17V609000 covers defective relays in the 2015-2017 Outlander Sport and other Mitsubishi models from those years. Dealers replace the affected relays free of charge.

At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2015 Outlander Sport is 9,597.5 miles, based on NHTSA complaint data.

Do the electrical complaints involve crashes or fires?

No. NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 0 fires among the reported Electrical System complaints for this model year.

How does 2015 compare to other Outlander Sport years for electrical complaints?

The 2015 model's electrical complaints made up 12% of its total complaints, lower than the 41% share seen in 2017 and the 43% share seen in 2023, based on NHTSA data.

2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 21 Electrical System complaints for the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, 12% of all complaints filed for that year. A related recall (17V609000) covers defective relays in 2015-2017 Outlander Sport and other Mitsubishi models, with dealers replacing relays for free.

Electrical System complaints: 21; 12% of 182
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 9,598 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report the vehicle stalling without warning, sometimes while accelerating from a stop, in traffic, or when air conditioning or heating is turned on.
Some describe a rough or fluctuating idle, with RPMs swinging between roughly 500 and 1000, that grows worse over time and can accompany stalling.
Several complaints describe hesitation or delayed acceleration from a standstill, along with a dashboard warning reading "electrical system service required."
One owner reported the ignition key becoming stuck, with the switch failing to move fully to the off position and needing to be cycled through gears to reset.
A driver-side power window was reported to make a persistent creaking or plasticky door panel noise when raised, recurring after multiple dealer visits.
Owners noted the electrical system flashing on and off along with the clock resetting itself for daylight saving time without input.

When 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 12, 2015, latest Jan 31, 2024.

21 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2015 to Jan 2024; peak Apr 2018 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

NHTSA 17V609000Sep 29, 2017Electrical System132,552 vehicles
Electrical system:starter assembly:relay
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.
Risk: If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.

Electrical System complaints by Outlander Sport model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20116 (20%)
20122 (14%)
201311 (26%)
20145 (12%)
201521 (12%)
20166 (23%)
201711 (41%)
20187 (33%)
20192 (8%)
20205 (19%)
20216 (32%)
20223 (27%)
20233 (43%)
20240 (0%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have?: NHTSA lists 21 Electrical System complaints for the 2015 Outlander Sport, making up 12% of all complaints filed for this model year.
Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2015 Outlander Sport?: Yes. Recall 17V609000 covers defective relays in the 2015-2017 Outlander Sport and other Mitsubishi models from those years. Dealers replace the affected relays free of charge.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2015 Outlander Sport is 9,597.5 miles, based on NHTSA complaint data.
Do the electrical complaints involve crashes or fires?: No. NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 0 fires among the reported Electrical System complaints for this model year.
How does 2015 compare to other Outlander Sport years for electrical complaints?: The 2015 model's electrical complaints made up 12% of its total complaints, lower than the 41% share seen in 2017 and the 43% share seen in 2023, based on NHTSA data.