repaired · 2022 Q2
Structure: frame and members
Risk. A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
2009 Mitsubishi LancerProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 98 owner complaints about the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, most often about the engine. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-071 the manufacturer reports only 26% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 24, 2023. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer has problems
98 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
22Engine
19Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
14Power train1 crash/fire/injury
13Exterior lighting1 crash/fire/injury
9Service brakes2 crash/fire/injury
8Air bags6 crash/fire/injury
8Service brakes, hydraulic5 crash/fire/injury
6Structure
6Suspension
2811 other systems5 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 22 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 19 | 1 |
| Power train | 14 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 13 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 9 | 2 |
| Air bags | 8 | 6 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 8 | 5 |
| Structure | 6 | 2 |
| Suspension | 6 | 0 |
| 11 other systems | 28 | 5 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 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.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Gasoline: belts and associated pulleys
Risk. If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk. If the sunroof glass detaches from the assembly while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Defroster/defogger/hvac system: fan/motor
Risk. Failure of the blower motor may reduce the performance of the windshield defroster, diminishing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2016 Q3
Electrical system
Risk. Unstable voltage could result in intermittent failure of the vehicle's head lights, tail lights, and windshield wipers.
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.
no report yet
Frontal: sensor/control module-inactive
Risk. THIS COATING OVER TIME MAY CAUSE CORROSION OF THE SENSOR.
no report yet
Supply: check valve
Risk. THIS MAY TEMPORARILY INCREASE THE STOPPING DISTANCE OF THE VEHICLE AND THEREFORE INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
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 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 median. How we score
'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer safety ratings
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 4-DR w/SAB in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Frontal crashNot rated
Side barrierNot rated
- Rollover: 4 stars (12.1% risk)
- Stability control: Optional
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Lancer owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
HAVING NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS CAN'T DRIVE MORE THAN 20 MINUTES ON THE FREEWAY OR ELSE MY CAR STARTS MAKING A WEIRD NOISE AND LOSES POWER SHIFTING AT HIGH RPMS
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL AND OVERHEAT WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FROM WHERE IT WAS PURCHASED. THE MECHANIC GAVE HER A $200 REIMBURSEMENT TOWARDS THE…
I WENT TO A RECALL SERVICE FOR SUNROOF AND DRIVE BELT ON APRIL 09,2018.TODAY, AFTER ONE YEAR I'M WAITING YET FOR THE MITSUBISHI CALL BECAUSE THE PARTS WAS UNAVAILABLE, SO THEY ORDERED THEM. I CALLED MANY TIMES, THEY SAID THE DRIVE BELT ARRIVED BUT NOT THE SUNROOF. THEY HAVE THE DRIVE BELT AND DID…
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