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2015 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 291hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual AWD

Mitsubishi Lancer in Nova Scotia, Canada
Jan 2018 - Jun 2022
May 2018

21700 mi
Right front strut replaced under warranty 

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2015 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

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

Mitsubishi Lancer in California, United States
Jun 2016 - Feb 2020
Nov 2016

40100 mi
going over sharp road imperfections a cluck was heard... dealer diagnosed lower control arm being at fault 

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2014 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

Mitsubishi Lancer in Colorado, United States
Nov 2017 - Jun 2018
May 2018

57000 mi
Transmission overheated. Replaced some parts 

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2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

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

Mitsubishi Lancer in Quebec, Canada
Jul 2017 - Dec 2018
Apr 2017

29760 mi

C $500
Leaking shock. Shock was replaced. 

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2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Hatch

148-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD

Mitsubishi Lancer in Victoria, Australia
Jun 2017 - Jan 2022
Dec 2017

24180 mi

A $600
Engine has an odd sound when warm, in gear and running steady at 1500 rpm. Sound persists even if the car is stationary (but must be in gear and rpms >1500) 

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2011 Mitsubishi Lancer

Engine not specified

Mitsubishi Lancer in Pennsylvania, United States
Jun 2014 - Jun 2015
Jun 2015

66000 mi

US $80
Rear wheel bearing making noise upon cornering required replacing. Easy job, did it myself. 

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2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 291hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD

Mitsubishi Lancer in Malaysia
Jul 2015 - Apr 2018
Jun 2016

24800 mi

$400
Repaired faulty O2 sensor 
Apr 2018

49600 mi
Rear differential making loud whining sound. Used metal conditioner hoping to solve the issue. Still under observation. Update: the metal conditioner didn't help. Apparently what happened was the rear diff oil seal worn off causing oil from ayc mixed with rear diff oil.  Installed new (reconditioned) rear differential. 

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2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

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

Mitsubishi Lancer in California, United States
Apr 2013 - Sep 2016
Jul 2016

56200 mi

US $700
Oil pan leak 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Oregon, United States
Aug 2014 - Feb 2016
Feb 2015

44300 mi

US $600
Battery needed to be replaced.  Intake manifold needed to be cleaned as well. 

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2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

148-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD

Mitsubishi Lancer in New Jersey, United States
May 2014 - Jun 2022
Feb 2016

31700 mi

US $120
reprogram both keys; keyless entry/alarm was not working. 
Dec 2016

41000 mi

US $300
Key kept losing signal with Factory Alarm. After changing battery two times in three months and reprogramming the key myself five times in two months, bought viper alarm with remote start and had it installed. 
Jul 2017

43600 mi
no repair done... Somehow, Driver side Fender either got loose or moved a tiny bit towards the door. Whenever I open the driver side front door, it rubs against a small piece of the fender, causing a squeak and a loss of paint where the door is rubbing. 
Jun 2022

100300 mi
Check Engine Light and car jerks and hesitates when pressing gas at low speeds below 15 mph. O2 sensor code. Bank 1 sensor 3. Replaced one sensor and fuel injectors, but did not resolve the issue. Will be taking to mechanic next month. Car started shaking when accelerating. Turned out to be a cylinder misfire. Mechanic replaced all spark plugs and one coil. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Ontario, Canada
Dec 2013 - Nov 2015
Mar 2014

32860 mi
Creaking sound in steering. Steering was cleared of debris and lubricated. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Illinois, United States
Dec 2011 - Dec 2016
May 2011

3000 mi
All work warranty covered. 1) Had computer re-flashed car had trouble starting (twice). 2)Car sold to me with USB connector wiring harness disconnected- had to reinstall at dealer. Had 3k oil change / preventive maintenance. disconnected USB connect (as sold to me) Car had trouble turning over twice cpu reflashed. 

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2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Hatch

148-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD

Mitsubishi Lancer in California, United States
Apr 2013 - Sep 2018
Sep 2018

105000 mi

US $1000
New left axle 

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2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

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

Mitsubishi Lancer in Pennsylvania, United States
Jan 2012 - Oct 2013
Oct 2013

41000 mi

US $160
Loud whirring/humming noise at high speed, with vague steering. Wheel bearing was replaced under original warranty. Wheel balance, tire rotation and alignment were performed because of uneven tire wear. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in British Columbia, Canada
Mar 2013 - Dec 2017
Jan 2017

72980 mi

C $50
Air intake valve on one of the tires had corroded and needed to be replaced 
Sep 2017

88660 mi
Two air intake valves corroded and were replaced with non-OEM parts. Air pressure warning system is no longer active 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Florida, United States
Jul 2010 - Dec 2016
Feb 2016

98100 mi

US $400
Wheel speed sensor needed to be replaced after ASC light came on dash 
Mitsubishi Lancer in New Jersey, United States
May 2010 - Sep 2014
Jul 2014

112500 mi

US $250
Wiggle in tie-rods. Parts replaced. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Ohio, United States
Nov 2011 - May 2013
Mar 2013

45000 mi

US $350
Left rear brake caliper seized and caused constant braking and rotor / pad wear. After pads replaced they completely shattered after 8 miles. They said this was a once in a lifetime experience. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in New York, United States
Jan 2010 - Feb 2014
Aug 2011

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

Mitsubishi Lancer in Ontario, Canada
Jul 2011 - Jul 2012
Mar 2012

13020 mi
The dashboard is creating a lot of ticking noise when driving on a bit of bumpy road. 
Apr 2012

14020 mi
Not sure what is causing the problem. When it is humid , and the car came from a 8 hour rest, it would create a creaking sound when driving at low speed. The sound seem to emanate from the front wheels. 
May 2012

14820 mi
Dashboard was creating a lot of ticking noise when driving on slightly bumpy roads. 
Jul 2012

19220 mi
2 Seat belts at rear would not retract. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Illinois, United States
May 2014 - Aug 2014
Jul 2014

53000 mi
Oil control valves clogged and timing chain was off. Both were replaced. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Ontario, Canada
Jun 2011 - Mar 2013
Jul 2011

14240 mi

C $40
one tire repair 
Jun 2012

28520 mi
signal light switch (was sticking) 

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2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

152-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Mitsubishi Lancer in Quebec, Canada
Jul 2017 - Jun 2018
Aug 2017

91760 mi

C $76
Hood latch rusted out to a point the plastic hood handle was really hard to pull on. Also, the latch need to be put back at it place with a flat head screw driver after the hood was open otherwise, the hood wont be fully secure at its place. Replace the hood latch in 5 minutes with new one. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Ontario, Canada
Oct 2010 - Jun 2018
Dec 2012

27280 mi
Rear defroster wasn't working. Dealer diagnosed as a bad fuse and replaced without charge while I was in for regular maintenance. 
Nov 2013

37820 mi
Rear defroster stopped working (again). Dealership replaced fuse - no charge. 
Jan 2015

11160 mi
Driver side door creaking on opening. Hinges were quite loose and required tightening. 
Apr 2015

58160 mi

C $300
Developed a major tire leak that required me to reinflate the tire every 10 km. Caused by a heavily corroded tire pressure sensor and valve. Tire was also damaged beyond repair as a result. 
Jun 2015

60760 mi

C $150
Tire pressure valve disintegrated in my hand while checking tire pressure. Was due to heavy corrosion of valve and tire pressure sensor. Note this is a separate incident from that reported for April. 
Jun 2018

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

Mitsubishi Lancer in Colorado, United States
Jun 2010 - Aug 2017
Dec 2010

5000 mi
The seal between the transmission filter housing and transmission was leaking. A new housing and seal were ordered and installed. The driver side sun visor was replaced because when it was flipped forward to block the sun it would slowly fall down. The seal between the transmission filter housing and transmission was leaking. A new housing and seal were ordered and installed. 
Nov 2013

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 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD

Mitsubishi Lancer in Ontario, Canada
May 2011 - Jun 2014
Jun 2014

77500 mi

C $450
Windsheld fluid pump replaced 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Wisconsin, United States
Jul 2010 - Jul 2022
Jul 2022

81000 mi

US $137
A/C not blowing cold. Recharge A/C system. 

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2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Hatch

168-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Mitsubishi Lancer in Ontario, Canada
Nov 2010 - Jun 2017
Apr 2012

31900 mi
repair shop reported a noisy strut bearing. 
May 2012

34100 mi
regular maintenance: oil change. reported continued noisy strut bearing. 
Oct 2012

44800 mi

C $77
oil and filter change. replaced oil drain plug gasket. had to re-tap drain plug in oil pan. 
Mar 2013

58280 mi

C $30
strut bearing was noisy and was replaced under warranty. 
May 2013

61380 mi

C $470
during 96,000KM scheduled service i noticed rust on all 4 control arms and front and rear subframe. waiting for Mitsubishi to address and resolve 
Jun 2013

65100 mi

C $1000
replaced struts (one leaking a bit, all a little tired) and springs with high performance coilover system 
Jul 2013

68200 mi
intermittent problem with CD player. 1st reported it within 50,000Km. CD player left channel cuts out randomly when going over bumps. Dealer troubleshoot and confirmed problem, will replace under warranty. new CD unit on order. 
Aug 2013

70000 mi
check engine light is on CD player left channel failing intermittently. it was replace under extended warranty. 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. 
Nov 2013

75620 mi
TSB regarding the clock spring in the steering wheel. audio controls would not work correctly. new steering clock spring was ordered and installed under warranty. 
Jul 2014

89280 mi
loose rear bumper cover 
Oct 2014

92480 mi
TSB: serpentine belt and pulleys replaced 
Dec 2015

111600 mi

C $40
roof rack trim bracket was missing, and was replaced. 
Oct 2016

120900 mi

C $50
push pins for front fan shroud garnish piece timing chain area sweating - confirmed oil from pan leaking, fixed under extended warranty 
Apr 2017

125674 mi

C $400
replaced worn out tie-rod ends, 1st time since new. performed 4-wheel alignment. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in North Carolina, United States
May 2015 - Jun 2022
Jun 2018

85000 mi

US $500
Replaced brake pads, brake fluid, and resurfaced all four rotors. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Massachusetts, United States
Oct 2010 - Jun 2019
Sep 2012

38000 mi
Squeaky clutch pedal, had to spray some lithium grease in there, seems to have fixed it 
Sep 2013

52000 mi
Faulty blower motor and fuse - dealership replaced within 4 hours 

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2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

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

Mitsubishi Lancer in Arizona, United States
May 2010 - Jun 2016
May 2011

15000 mi
CD player not functioning properly. AM/FM Stereo /CD player unit was replaced. 
Sep 2012

31000 mi
Check Engine light came on for 1 day. Vehicle Idling rough. Vacuum line at fuel pressure regulator replaced. 
Jun 2016

58000 mi

US $300
Car would not start. Replaced battery, cleaned up corrosion on terminals and painted caps. There was an issue between the key fob and computer. Keyfob replaced. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in New York, United States
Apr 2009 - Jun 2012
Sep 2011

40000 mi

US $100
Passenger side rear ABS sensor failed. As a result, no traction control, no stability control, no ABS, active center diff for AWD stuck on tarmac mode. Sensor replaced under extended warranty. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Texas, United States
Dec 2008 - Sep 2012
Oct 2009

15000 mi
Rattle coming from Driver's seat belt assembly in the "C" pillar. Also locked up when full retracted a few times. Dealer ordered replacement seat belt assembly. 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. 
Nov 2009

16500 mi
dealer installed replacement seat belt assembly and the rattle is gone. 
Apr 2010

25000 mi
Transmission started slipping on both sets of clutches, primarily in gears 4, 5, and 6. Happened all of the sudden with no previous issues. After several days of diagnostics, Mitsubishi decided to replace the transmission entirely. 
May 2010

27000 mi
When they were working on transmission last month, they noticed the fender liner was damaged and ordered a replacement. They installed the replacement on this trip The gear shifter was very notchy and felt like it was catching on something after they replaced the transmission. After they looked at the issue, they ordered a replacement gear shift. They replaced the gear shift with a new one. All is fine now. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Ontario, Canada
Jul 2010 - Jul 2014
Mar 2013

42780 mi

C $700
Seized rear left caliper, replaced, along with new OEM pads/rotors on both rear wheels. 
Jun 2013

45260 mi
Active Center Differential (ACD or AWC) pump failed due to corrosion, replaced w/new. This is typical for AWD Evos and Ralliarts @ 65-100K KM in this climate. Had to "talk" with service manager to get covered under warranty. 

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2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

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

Mitsubishi Lancer in New Jersey, United States
Jul 2009 - Sep 2017
Mar 2013

37000 mi
Popping noise when you turn the steering whewl. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Ontario, Canada
Jul 2008 - Oct 2017
Apr 2013

54440 mi
Replaced tie-rod Struts in both front left and right were replaced 
Jul 2013

57040 mi
Inner tire rod 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Texas, United States
Nov 2008 - Jun 2016
Nov 2015

114600 mi

US $75
Third brake light went out, replaced with used/reman 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Ontario, Canada
Mar 2009 - May 2018
Mar 2015

70680 mi

C $150
Weld exhaust flange and replace gasket. 
May 2015

71300 mi

C $900
Transmission lines and oil cooler were corroded and needed replacement. 
Jul 2017

86180 mi

C $700
Replaced catalytic converter (found a used part instead of buying new from dealer) and some of the attached pipes.  Rear passenger brake light and replaced battery. 
Oct 2017

81220 mi

C $2100
Front sub-frame was completely rotted out. Was replaced as part of "good will" agreement between Mitsubishi Canada, local dealer and myself (we each paid 1/3, roughly $700 each). Replaced front tie-rods. Replaced front break rotors and pads. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Texas, United States
Dec 2009 - Oct 2017
Oct 2017

70000 mi

US $1100
rear shocks worn 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Louisiana, United States
Sep 2012 - Dec 2013
Jul 2013

33000 mi
CVT transmission making whinning noise, oil flushed, did not help, dealer put new transmission in. Wheel weight became loose causing ticking noise above 40 mph 
Nov 2013

39000 mi
Clicking noise when steering wheel turned. Ball joint on strut repaired. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in New Jersey, United States
Nov 2009 - Mar 2011
Dec 2009

4000 mi
ABS SENSOR FAILED. HIT A CURB. MADE ME BUY NEW TIRES RIM AND TIE ROD. CAR STILL HAD PROBLEM. THEN THEY REPLACED BEARING AND HUB UNDER WARENTY. 
Feb 2010

8000 mi

US $1500
Paint is chipping on rims 
Mar 2010

11000 mi

US $800
the powder coat on a rim started to chip 
Apr 2010

12000 mi
yes my bearing has started making a noise for the third time. This would have been 3rd hub replaced. I went to private dealer after and they said it needs to be replaced and the factory rep said nothing wrong.... chips in door jam. They just don't care 
May 2010

13500 mi

US $700
Engine blew out Paint on rear bumper chiping payed to repain 
Mar 2011

26000 mi
The car was finally taken back as a lemon yay bought a real forren car Toyota don't ever buy mitsubishi if u value yur life a.d money 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Texas, United States
Sep 2009 - Mar 2021
Sep 2015

52000 mi

US $5
Fuel door clip broke. Unable to open fuel door normally. Replaced part myself. Part #MR970563. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in California, United States
Nov 2011 - Sep 2014
Aug 2014

36300 mi
At exactly 40-43MPH, while the vehicle is under load (accelerator pressed, even if not accelerating), I heard a quiet whining noise. Dealer said it was not the dreaded CVT whine, but they said it had to be replaced anyway. The left steering wheel control unit would malfunction, perhaps the clock spring. All of the buttons on the left side would temporarily lower radio volume, even pressing "Next track". Bluetooth suddenly activates without warning and asks to pair with a phone or asks to dial a number. Nothing shuts it off except restarting the vehicle or waiting a few minutes. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in North Carolina, United States
Mar 2009 - Mar 2010
Apr 2009

21000 mi
Belt squealing at idle, been doing it since January of 2009, had it looked at twice since that time. Squealing is worse. Dealership cited possible intake/exhaust mods as cause. Car has been making the noise since before the mods were in. 

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2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

168-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Mitsubishi Lancer in Washington, United States
Nov 2009 - Jul 2018
Jul 2018

94050 mi

US $2400
Compressor failed 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Florida, United States
Aug 2008 - May 2010
May 2010

55000 mi
Only unrepaired problem when last had car was a flapping sound at about 80mph. Never could figure out what it was. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Virginia, United States
Sep 2009 - Oct 2016
Dec 2012

54000 mi
battery failed to charge 
Mitsubishi Lancer in New Brunswick, Canada
Jul 2008 - Sep 2011
Aug 2010

37200 mi
Spring kit on front of exhaust needed to be replaced. Louder engine noise under power. Quick fix, covered by warranty. 

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2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

152-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD

Mitsubishi Lancer in Ontario, Canada
Mar 2009 - Mar 2013
Feb 2013

125280 mi

C $900
Exchange O2 sensor near catalytic converter 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Illinois, United States
Jul 2011 - Jan 2014
Jan 2014

55000 mi
The computer that controls the electric system went bad 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Maryland, United States
Feb 2009 - May 2018
Jun 2010

22000 mi
Dead fuse, which also killed the charger in the car. Two dead foglights. 
Jul 2017

136000 mi

US $200
The car kept giving me an error and would eventually stop working due to overheating transmission fluid. The shop said they couldn't do much else without replicating the problem, but they could change out the transmission fluid, which would either fix it or make it a lot worse. I let them change it, and everything is now fine. I even drove it on some 12h days, and I've had no issues. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Yugoslavia
Feb 2010 - Jun 2022
Feb 2012

26540 mi
Power window (driver's side) mechanism was changed. The faulty mechanism was working, but made strange clicks and pops. No cost, covered by guarantee. 
Aug 2012

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. 
Jun 2016

50840 mi

$100
Oxygen sensor broke down, check engine light on all the time 

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2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

152-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Mitsubishi Lancer in Quebec, Canada
Jun 2009 - Mar 2012
Aug 2010

21700 mi
Leaking shock absorber (rear passenger-side) 
Mar 2011

24800 mi
Heard knocking sound in the front driver-side suspension when turning steering wheel or when going slowly over small bumps. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Ontario, Canada
Apr 2010 - Jun 2015
Oct 2013

100720 mi

C $200
Inner Tie-Rod + Tie-Rod End replaced. 
Mar 2014

110980 mi

C $500
Replaced starter. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in British Columbia, Canada
Jan 2013 - Dec 2015
May 2014

95460 mi

C $300
While steering the car, I would hear squeeking in the front suspension. The Front Suspension "Strut Plates" were replaced. They needed a "1040507 Strut Plate" and a "Replace Strut Plate Kits". 
Nov 2015

114080 mi
Battery died, could not be charged anymore, so it was replaced. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Ontario, Canada
Sep 2011 - Jun 2022
Dec 2014

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. 
Sep 2015

119040 mi

C $650
Started as a 400 dollar wheel bearing. Dealer said everything was so siezed together can't knock anything apart and whatnot. Want to replace entire assembly plus axle. 3000$ Taking it elsewhere for 2nd opinion. Will update. Went to second shop and had choice of aftermarket or used and decided to go used because it's oem and in good condition. Removed entire wheel assembly and replaced barring, hub, linkage, axle, abs sensor. For 650 incl labour. 
Feb 2016

128960 mi

C $180
Had a metal sounding noise from pass rear brake. Inside pad was fully worn. Replaced and found that caliper piston was siezed which caused the issue. Replaced new oem caliper at local mechanic. Damn Canada salty Winters. 
Apr 2016

130900 mi

C $50
Hole / crack in exhaust midway to back. In between hanging bracket. Minor fix. 
Feb 2017

148800 mi

C $190
Linkage kit put on to replace loose part. Another crack within the exhaust near the cat. Was sleeved and repaired. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Quebec, Canada
Feb 2010 - Jun 2016
Aug 2011

22940 mi

C $60
door latch nut loose. 
Aug 2014

43500 mi

C $700
Catalytic convertor broken 
Mitsubishi Lancer in New Brunswick, Canada
Jun 2009 - Jan 2013
Jul 2012

46680 mi
Exhaust manifold donut was changed due to rattling sound. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Ontario, Canada
Dec 2013 - Dec 2015
Dec 2015

78740 mi

C $500
Manifold leaking 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Durango, Mexico
Apr 2009 - Apr 2015
Aug 2012

30460 mi

$180
Cd changer doesn work, it cant read cds 
Apr 2015

55180 mi
Cd changer didn't work 

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2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 4-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

Mitsubishi Lancer in Great Britain
Dec 2009 - Jun 2016
Dec 2011

29000 mi
coroded alloys 
Jun 2016

60000 mi

£80
Short circuit rear right abs censor 

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2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Engine not specified

Mitsubishi Lancer in New Jersey, United States
Jan 2011 - Mar 2011
Feb 2011

64000 mi

US $360
Oxygen sensor replaced. 
Mar 2011

64000 mi
After picking the car up from the shop wife alerted me to engine noise. Bearings and cam wiped out at less than 4900 miles over warranty! Purchased replacement 2009 engine with 15000 miles on it. Installation almost complete. Defective catalytic converter. Dealer replaced because it was warranted to 80,000 miles. Dealer waived diagnostic charge. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Utah, United States
Oct 2010 - Jun 2011
Dec 2010

37000 mi
Faulty right-rear wheel bearing (hub assembly) replaced under warranty, problem corrected. 

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2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 291hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD

Mitsubishi Lancer in Florida, United States
Oct 2008 - Mar 2010
Nov 2008

5000 mi
Transmission would not engage 1 3 5 gear. Took car to local dealership after they contacted tech they discovered the problem. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Wisconsin, United States
Oct 2011 - Dec 2011
Nov 2011

68000 mi
Relays for fuel pump and horn went, car would not run properly. Common issue as per online forums Car was idling very poorly and backfired under boost. Dealer couldnt find the issue. Owner self repaired via detached vacuum hose on fuel regulator...again with forum assistance. Common problem on forums-loose fitting and sometimes during hard turbo boost it will pop off and the engine will run lean. Conclusion - dealer is worthless. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Texas, United States
Oct 2010 - Jun 2011
Dec 2010

17000 mi
CD player would stop working when the car hit a bump, and resume working when the car hit another bump. Dealer replaced CD player at no charge and problem was solved. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Georgia, United States
May 2012 - Dec 2012
Jun 2012

45000 mi
Transmission has to be replaced, it went bad. Wasnt blowing cold air an hot air would blow out of both passenger side vents. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Ontario, Canada
Aug 2016 - Apr 2017
Oct 2016

60760 mi

C $750
car shudders at speed 
Apr 2017

66960 mi

C $560
alternator blew up. Dealership replaced with a rebuilt one for $560 tax on. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Great Britain
Mar 2012 - Mar 2013
Nov 2012

38600 mi

£3000
acu unit and back struts replaced 

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2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 291hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual AWD

Mitsubishi Lancer in Minnesota, United States
Dec 2012 - Dec 2012
Jun 2012

32000 mi

US $1900
Replace active center differential pump, original pump failed. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in California, United States
Jun 2010 - Jun 2022
Feb 2013

60400 mi

US $200
Replaced all 3 accessory idler pullies with metal ones from a Hyundai Genesis because the old ones were getting worn. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in New York, United States
Sep 2008 - Jun 2018
Oct 2008

4000 mi
Car would buck and set check engine light code 1235. 
Oct 2015

22000 mi
Serpentine belt frayed 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Alberta, Canada
Nov 2008 - Jun 2018
Feb 2012

55340 mi

C $50
AYC pump failure 
Nov 2012

65260 mi

C $1000
valve timing cover gasket started leaking oil 
Aug 2014

91180 mi

C $1100
Front wheel bearings replaced Front struts needed to be replaced 
Jun 2018

130200 mi

C $1100
Fuel vapor vent line connection from tank to filler neck had gone bad and started to leak. Replacement of filler neck necessary to fix problem. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in South Carolina, United States
Jul 2008 - Feb 2015
Dec 2008

5000 mi
Occasional rough idle, ECU reflashed per TSB. 
Jan 2009

14500 mi
2 recalls completed. Hood latch replacement and fuel system recall. 
Dec 2009

15000 mi
Driver seat fabric separated from seat, repaired  
Apr 2014

66200 mi

US $1400
Compressor needed replacement 
Feb 2015

70000 mi

US $800
Transfer Case went bad and required rebuild 
Mitsubishi Lancer in New York, United States
Sep 2008 - Jun 2010
Mar 2009

9000 mi
Idle fluctuation and stalling, hesitation at more than half throttle. Computer reflashed, TSB 
Jun 2009

12000 mi

US $180
Mass Air Flow Sensor was bad. 
Aug 2009

12000 mi

US $130
Mass Air Flow Sensor 
Sep 2009

13000 mi

US $30
Fuel Pump Relay 
Jan 2010 Drivers Side Window Rattle/Squeak, TSB Problem still exists. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Oregon, United States
Feb 2013 - Mar 2013
Mar 2013

28000 mi

US $170
AYC fluid level too low. My mechanic bled the system, refilll the fluids and fix the problem. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Ohio, United States
Apr 2009 - Jan 2013
Apr 2010

13000 mi
wheels - paint flaking off. Repaired under warranty with new replacement wheels. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Connecticut, United States
Jan 2013 - Feb 2013
Feb 2013

29000 mi

US $200
Side skirts started sagging and came loose, dealership said that there was nothing they could do. I ended up using zip ties to keep them on. 

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2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

152-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD

Mitsubishi Lancer in Ontario, Canada
Dec 2008 - Jul 2014
Jan 2009

22940 mi
Jan. 14 -20C. left for med. appt. minimal power to wheels despite 4000+ on tach. Got car to 80K to med appt.30 K away. After, car worked fine but Eng lite on. Drove to dealer, 40 K. Told it was a sensor prob. Part ordered. Cost 2 days $80 car rent, meals. 
Feb 2013

106320 mi

C $500
On the highway in a snowstorm the car gradually lost power and quit running. "Check Engine " light came on. Towed to Canadian Tire and repaired 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Ontario, Canada
Mar 2008 - Jun 2015
Mar 2015

88040 mi
Exhaust problem - corroded just aft of converter. They welded in a 6 inch piece for $60. The rest of the exhaust was still good. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Districto Federal, Mexico
Dec 2008 - May 2012
Feb 2011

8680 mi
Even I almost used my Lancer for 3000 km in 5 months, I had unusual issues during the preventive maintenance: 1. Battery water level was almost empty. 2. Engine coolant was dark. 3. Engine oil was dark and it was necessary add 1 lt. 
May 2011

9920 mi
Exactly the same issue... 1.Battery water level was almost empty. 2. Engine coolant was dark. 3. Engine oil was dark and it was necessary add 1 lt. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Manitoba, Canada
Feb 2011 - Dec 2017
Sep 2011

21700 mi

C $250
It was routine warranty maintenance work, except for the Tire pressure monitor sensor in two tires is broken, chose not to repair, too costly, $5 tire pressure gauge will work just fine. 
Feb 2012

24140 mi
Tire pressure monitoring system. They fixed two of the four tires. This time they stated these monitors were under warranty 
Dec 2017

47120 mi

C $1200
broken spring surrounding shock on driver's front wheel well 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Alberta, Canada
Aug 2016 - Jun 2018
Sep 2016

84320 mi

C $250
Installed new tires, shop couldn't do alignment because too much play, had to replace outer tie rod. 
Mar 2018

93000 mi

C $400
outer tie rod replaced, tire balancing, alingment 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Virginia, United States
Mar 2010 - Apr 2011
Feb 2010

12000 mi
The fuel pump was stuck, therefore the fuel gauge read full. Mitsubishi failed to believe the claim though saying the gas was full. The car ran out of gas about ten miles down the road, and they towed it back to fix it under warranty. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Florida, United States
Nov 2016 - Nov 2016
Nov 2016

87000 mi

US $900
Struts and front lower control arms. Battery died Driver rear window regulator replaced. Was no longer functioning 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Washington, United States
Feb 2008 - Jan 2018
Aug 2016

118000 mi

US $850
Oil pan needed replacing 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Quebec, Canada
Feb 2015 - Mar 2015
Feb 2015

60760 mi

C $125
Exhaust Pipe Seal 

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2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

152-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD

Mitsubishi Lancer in Ukraine
May 2010 - Jun 2018
Jul 2016

70880 mi

$850
Replaced lots of parts in chassis 
Jan 2017

68780 mi

$800
lots of parts replaced related to steering, suspension, brakes, etc 
May 2018

83080 mi

$29
Changing break drums and disks 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Oregon, United States
Jun 2008 - May 2012
Feb 2008

5000 mi
Keyless start quit working. 
Apr 2008

7000 mi
Keyless start quit working again. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Texas, United States
Jan 2008 - Oct 2016
Jul 2008

3000 mi
Weatherstripping in trunk was ripped, and the weatherstripping around the windows was causing it to squeak. 
Mar 2011

34000 mi
Suspension was starting to get noisy over speedbumps. Struts replaced. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Victoria, Australia
Sep 2009 - Jun 2022
Sep 2011

28520 mi
AM Radio dead. Replacement unit ordered under warranty. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Minnesota, United States
Oct 2007 - Mar 2010
Mitsubishi Lancer in North Carolina, United States
Aug 2017 - Oct 2017
Oct 2017

71000 mi

US $260
erratic idle, computer shut down most power, top speed of 15 or 20, would not rev past 2500. Used scan tool code 2100. Throttle actuator control motor was bad. Ordered reman throttle body from amazon. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Texas, United States
Jan 2008 - Mar 2013
Mar 2013

79000 mi
Catalytic converter was going out but it was still covered under manufacturer's warranty since car had not reached 80,000mi yet at time of diagnosis. Therefore, the manufacturer covered all costs for full replacement of Catalytic Converter. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Ontario, Canada
Nov 2013 - Oct 2017
Aug 2015

115140 mi

C $140
The car was operating roughly at low idle. When the A/C was on it stumbled and nearly stalled. They cleaned the intake and fuel injection system. The car operated much more smoothly thereafter. 
Sep 2016

130200 mi

C $500
Front brakes were well worn and pulsing. Proceeded to replace rotors and pads. Rear brakes were dragging. Observation revealed the slider pins were dry and starting to corrode. Replaced the pads, rotors and lubed the sliders. Rear calipers sliders were siezed. Replaced calipers with rebuilt units. New rotors and pads were also replaced. 

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2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

152-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Mitsubishi Lancer in Ontario, Canada
Aug 2008 - Jul 2012
Jun 2012

89900 mi

C $130
Sunroof was leaking water. Dealership adjusted sunroof to prevent leakage. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Kentucky, United States
Dec 2007 - Sep 2012
Nov 2009

22000 mi
replaced noisy power steering pump 
Dec 2011

72000 mi
catalytic converter 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Puerto Rico
Feb 2008 - Jun 2021
Mar 2008

6000 mi
Fuel gauge did not work. 
Dec 2009

24000 mi

US $64
Needed to re program both keys 
Jan 2010

65000 mi
AM band does not work on Radio. Dealer ordered a new radio. Still waiting for them to call me to take the car back to the shop. 
Mar 2010

30000 mi
Dealer received parts and called us to take the car in for repair. Done! 
Nov 2010

36000 mi

US $60
Needed to re program Beepers. 
Jul 2013

58300 mi
A/C compressor went out. Not covered by warranty after 5 years. Cylinder head valves making loud sound 
Mar 2014

65000 mi
AC compressor not working but at high rpm. Took it to dealer before warranty expired and was told ac was working fine. Now the say compressor, expansion valve and condenser need replacing. Ya, after warranty expired! How convenient!. $800+ 
Jul 2014

67500 mi

US $325
AC did not work at idle speed. Changed compressor and valve. 
Mar 2015

73000 mi
My Lancer has a problem with the paint. It seems that is a factory defect and the paint is chipping off the whole car. I took it to the body shop to have it fixed. 
Jul 2016

81500 mi

US $500
AC compressor replacement 
Nov 2017

96000 mi

US $825
Slave, pump, clutch kit installed 
Jun 2018

99000 mi

US $500
AC Compressor destroyed "again" 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Alberta, Canada
Jun 2009 - Mar 2010
Jul 2009

23560 mi
Major Oil Leak. Lost most of oil in car on side of the street. 
Nov 2009

28880 mi
Fan motor failure 
Dec 2009

31000 mi
fan motor replaced. New problem found. 
Jan 2010

32860 mi
Power Steering Sensor failed Power steering assembly had to be replaced. They replaced the assembly and gave me car back. I was washing car and noticed that they did not fill up my power steering fluid. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Washington, United States
Sep 2010 - Apr 2014
Jan 2014 A/C compressor seized. No further diagnosis performed. 
Apr 2014

92000 mi
A/C compressor not fixed. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Alberta, Canada
Jun 2009 - Sep 2014
Mar 2010

18600 mi
I had a few relays replaced. TSB. I was told the new relays would help with a no start condition that occurs on humid days. Apparently the old relays could short out from humid conditions. 
Sep 2010

22320 mi
The driver side and passenger windows would rattle when going up. The dealer repaired the problem by tightening the regulator bolts on the windows. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Wisconsin, United States
May 2008 - Mar 2010
Sep 2008

8000 mi
Bluetooth link between radio and cell phone 'disappeared' Tech re-linked phone and car. Happened two more times, owner re-linked phone/car on own. 
Sep 2009

20000 mi
Bluetooth interface stops working 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Maine, United States
Oct 2007 - May 2009
Aug 2008

21000 mi
SEVERE rust on lower front corners (4-5 inches) on both rear doors. Car is an 2008 and has only seen one winter. Dealer did nothing, they didnt care, warranty does not cover it. UNSATISFIED! 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Massachusetts, United States
May 2008 - Mar 2010
Jun 2009

51000 mi
Engine check light on for oxygen sensor Bank 1 Sensor 3 malfunction OBD Code P0144. I haven't done anything on it. O2 sensor was not fix waiting to reach 65,000 miles before fixing 02 sensor if it lights again I will have to change it. 
Mitsubishi Lancer in Alberta, Canada
Jun 2010 - Apr 2011
Jul 2010

17360 mi

C $100
No torque till 4000+ RPM. Vehicle used to have torque @ 2200-4400 RPM. They say it's fine. Dealer will not service my car anymore so I have to go to a different dealer to get any work done. WEAK. CAI installed by dealer where I bought car doesn't fit properly. Put stock air box back on. My "pretend" lack of power and torque is still the same. WEAK. 

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2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

141-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Mitsubishi Lancer in Slovenia
Nov 2008 - Nov 2015
Dec 2011

80600 mi

€70
Dirty intake. Car didn't start. Cleaned intake, sensor. 
Sep 2012

97960 mi

€250
Windshield wipers mechanism broke, so new windshield wipers mechanism installed. 
Aug 2013

117800 mi

€120
no cold air. Small seal was replaced. 

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2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 4-door

4-cylinder CVT 2WD

Mitsubishi Lancer in Virginia, United States
Nov 2007 - Mar 2010

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