repaired · 2016 Q1
Gasoline: belts and associated pulleys
Risk. If the drive belt detaches, the battery may discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer RalliartProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 22 owner complaints about the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart, most often about the power train. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 14V-562 the manufacturer reports only 45% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 15, 2019. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart has problems
22 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
17Power train
4Steering
2Engine
1Fuel system, gasoline
1Engine and engine cooling
1Equipment adaptive/mobility
1Suspension
1Traction control system
1Electronic stability control (ESC)
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 17 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Traction control system | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
no report yet
Fuel system, other: delivery
Risk. IF THIS STRESS CRACK DEVELOPS, FUEL LEAKAGE MAY OCCUR.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mitsubishi.
Best & worst years
2009 vs. every other Lancer Ralliart year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Lancer Ralliart median. How we score
'09'10'11'12'14'15
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Lancer Ralliart owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
S-AWC PUMP HAS A CORRODIBLE HOUSING AND IS PLACED IN AN AREA THAT IS EXPOSED TO SALT AND WATER FROM THE REAR PASSENGER-SIDE WHEEL. THE PLACEMENT OF THE PUMP IS A DESIGN FLAW AND HAS LED TO SEVERE CORROSION OF THE PUMP HOUSING AND FAILURE OF THE PUMP. THE FAILURE OF THE PUMP COMPLETELY DISABLES BOTH…
MITSUBISHI LANCER DCT470 SST TRANSMISSION RECALL - MY TRANSMISSION LOST EVEN GEARS WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM WORK. THE CAR SELECTED A LOWER GEAR AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURNED ON. I PULLED OVER TO TROUBLESHOOT AND EVENTUALLY MADE IT HOME. THIS COSTLY REPAIR FORCED ME TO BUY ANOTHER CAR AND HAVE…
TAKATA RECALL SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR THE ACD PUMP HAS BEEN FINE. BACK IN SEPTEMBER THE RED TRIANGLE CAME ON AND I DID SOME RESEARCH TO FIND OUT WHAT IT MEANT. I BARLEY DRIVE THE CAR BECAUSE OF THE ISSUE. IT SEEMS SEVERAL OTHER PEOPLE HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM TOO. MITSUBISHI WANTS TO CHARGE ME…
Own a 2009 Lancer Ralliart?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.