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2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport: hesitation when accelerating

6 of the 26 complaints about the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport describe hesitation when accelerating.

owner complaints
6
of this car's complaints
23%
recalls
1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 14 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below

Hesitation when accelerating by model year

  • 2022
    2
  • 2020
    2
  • 2016
    6
  • 2015
    48
  • 2014
    2

What owners say

Filed Feb 2, 2025 · Engine, Suspension · NJ

In less than one year with this car, 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT, is hesitating when accelerating then jerking forward into 4th gear, while driving at various speeds, the steering column vibrates makes loud sound, I’ve replaced the headlights at least 6x, water is getting in the vehicle somehow even a car wish will leave the floorboards soaking wet, the steering sways. This car had given me more issues in a year than all my cars throughout my lifetime combined and vehicle's vin number was NOT INCLUDED IN MANY SAFETY RECALLS. CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF THE CRASH.

Filed Sep 13, 2023 · Transmission · 67,700 miles · MA

The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the vehicle hesitated upon depressing the accelerator pedal, and the engine revved. The transmission warning light illuminated and the message "Transmission Hot" was displayed. The contact continued driving, and the message "Transmission Fluid Low" was displayed. The contact pulled to the side of the road and allowed the vehicle to cool down. The contact then checked the transmission fluid level and noticed that there was enough transmission fluid in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer, where the failure was confirmed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 16V563000 (Power Train) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 67,700.

Filed Feb 15, 2023 · Transmission · 78,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated while accelerating at various speeds, the vehicle failed to shift into the intended gear. The contact then stated that the vehicle hesitated and stalled. The check engine and the transmission warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 16V563000 (Power Train). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000.

Filed Aug 6, 2021 · Transmission · 41,122 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, the transmission warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact also stated that while at a complete stop, a slight hesitation would occur upon depression of the accelerator pedal. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic and the mechanic discovered a defect in the transmission solenoid valve. The dealer was contact about the failure and offered no assistance. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was 41,122.

Filed Feb 14, 2019 · Driver assistance, Electrical · AZ

Hesitations during acceleration, engine stalls, electrical doesnt work proberly like USB

Filed Oct 21, 2016 · Electrical, Engine · 1,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 mitsubishi outlander sport. While driving approximately 75 MPH, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate. While merging onto the highway, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to accelerate. The contact also stated that the vehicle pulled to the right without warning. Later, when the ignition was turned to the on position, the vehicle hesitated to start. The failures recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but the failures could not be duplicated. The contact later noticed that the electrical system malfunctioned. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 1,000.

Service bulletins that may apply

Related recalls

Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)Reported July 28, 2016 · 82,436 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles and 2016 Outlander and Lancer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) that, in certain driving conditions, may cause a delay in the vehicle accelerating.
Risk
A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the CVT control unit with modified software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1‑888‑648‑7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-006.

Recall number 16V563000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport hesitation

Is hesitation when accelerating a common problem on the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?

6 of 26 owner complaints about the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport (23%) mention hesitation when accelerating. The model year with the most reports is 2015.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?

There is 1 recall and 14 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

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