2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Mitsubishi Lancer 2010

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2010 Mitsubishi Lancer repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (19%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)

Other (15%)

Chart based on 47 repairs.
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2010 Mitsubishi Lancer engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (100%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD

6900 mi Had oil and filter changed at dealer and a month later noticed oil leak from drain pan bolt. Took back to a another dealer and they replaced washer and did another oil change under warranty. 

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2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

152-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD

14240 mi

C $40
one tire repair 
53000 mi Oil control valves clogged and timing chain was off. Both were replaced. 

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2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

152-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

86180 mi A piece of the exhaust heat shield was rattling and eventually fell off. Mechanics advised likely not worth replacing so no work completed. 

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2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 237hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD

43000 mi

US $45
The engine randomly would not start on a few occasions. Sometimes took 5 mins or more to get engine started. Found TSB online referring to a similar issue with 3 relays that could be updated to a newer version(Green color to Blue color). 

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2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Hatch

168-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD

44800 mi

C $77
oil and filter change. replaced oil drain plug gasket. had to re-tap drain plug in oil pan. 
70000 mi Check engine light showed a oil return sensor code. sensor was replaced but check engine light returned. it was determined that the timing chain had stretched and needed replacing. 
92480 mi TSB: serpentine belt and pulleys replaced 
120900 mi

C $50
timing chain area sweating - confirmed oil from pan leaking, fixed under extended warranty 

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2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Engine Problems

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