| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer repairs by problem area
Engine (20%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)
Brakes and Traction Control (8%)
Suspension and Steering (20%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (18%)
Other (1%)
Chart based on 74 repairs.
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (27%)
$100 - $499 (27%)
< $100 (47%)
Chart based on 15 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 237hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD
| 31000 mi | Check Engine light came on for 1 day. Vehicle Idling rough. Vacuum line at fuel pressure regulator replaced. |
| 15000 mi | Occasionally the car won't start when turning the key. This especially happens when there is a 10 degree F or more change in temp between when it was shut down and when starting. Was told its considered normal. Presented with TSB stating it's normal. |
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| 18000 mi | Engine blew out |
| 70680 mi C $150 |
Weld exhaust flange and replace gasket. |
| 86180 mi C $700 |
Replaced catalytic converter (found a used part instead of buying new from dealer) and some of the attached pipes. |
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 37200 mi | Spring kit on front of exhaust needed to be replaced. Louder engine noise under power. Quick fix, covered by warranty. |
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan
152-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD
| 125280 mi C $900 |
Exchange O2 sensor near catalytic converter |
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan
152-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 100440 mi C $100 |
Had an EVAP/purge valve code come up. Figured it was fine as I did not detect any dirty filter/leaks in the system/gas cap. Replaced spark Plugs because I knew they were due and might effect exhaust. Within a week the error cleared. |
| 130900 mi C $50 |
Hole / crack in exhaust midway to back. In between hanging bracket. Minor fix. |
| 148800 mi C $190 |
Another crack within the exhaust near the cat. Was sleeved and repaired. |
| 78740 mi C $500 |
Manifold leaking |
| 43500 mi C $700 |
Catalytic convertor broken |
| 46680 mi | Exhaust manifold donut was changed due to rattling sound. |
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 4-door
4-cylinder manual 2WD
| 30760 mi | The 'check engine' light was briefly signaling that something is wrong. Diagnostics showed faulty Lambda Sensor. It only lit up once. Waited for the replacement part for about two months. |
| 50840 mi $100 |
Oxygen sensor broke down, check engine light on all the time |
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