How common are engine problems in the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?

NHTSA lists 51 engine-related complaints for the 2015 Outlander Sport, which is 28% of all 182 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport engine hesitation issue?

No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to this engine complaint pattern for the 2015 model year.

At what mileage do 2015 Outlander Sport engine problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 31,086.5 miles, though some owners reported issues within the first few hundred miles of ownership.

Did the engine issue cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records 0 crashes and 0 injuries tied to this engine complaint area, though one complaint mentions a fire.

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

The 2015 model year's 28% engine complaint share is higher than most other Outlander Sport years, including 2013 at 10%, 2014 at 17%, and 2018 at 10%, though 2021 was higher at 47%.

2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Engine Problems

Engine problems account for 51 of 182 complaints (28%) on the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, the highest engine complaint share of any model year in this dataset. Median mileage at failure is 31,086.5 miles, and NHTSA lists no related recall for this issue.

Engine complaints: 51; 28% of 182
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 31,087 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners describe hesitation or momentary stalling when pulling away from a stop, followed by a sudden jerk or jump forward once power returns.
Several report the vehicle failing to accelerate at low speeds, roughly 15-20 mph, with the engine running but not responding to throttle input.
Some drivers experienced the issue during highway driving, with the engine revving up unexpectedly before the vehicle jumps forward.
One owner reported smoke coming from the engine along with stalling and repeated engine failure, which was later linked to a fire.
Multiple owners state dealerships could not duplicate the hesitation or find diagnostic codes despite repeated visits.
A few complaints mention the problem persisting even after a dealer performed a computer flash on the vehicle.

When 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport engine complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 19, 2014, latest Jun 29, 2026.

51 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2014 to Jun 2026; peak Mar 2016 (3).

Engine recalls for the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Outlander Sport model year

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

201110 (33%)
20123 (21%)
20134 (10%)
20147 (17%)
201551 (28%)
201611 (42%)
20175 (19%)
20182 (10%)
20196 (23%)
20209 (35%)
20219 (47%)
20223 (27%)
20230 (0%)
20241 (100%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine problems in the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?: NHTSA lists 51 engine-related complaints for the 2015 Outlander Sport, which is 28% of all 182 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport engine hesitation issue?: No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to this engine complaint pattern for the 2015 model year.
At what mileage do 2015 Outlander Sport engine problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 31,086.5 miles, though some owners reported issues within the first few hundred miles of ownership.
Did the engine issue cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records 0 crashes and 0 injuries tied to this engine complaint area, though one complaint mentions a fire.
How does the 2015 Outlander Sport compare to other years for engine complaints?: The 2015 model year's 28% engine complaint share is higher than most other Outlander Sport years, including 2013 at 10%, 2014 at 17%, and 2018 at 10%, though 2021 was higher at 47%.