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Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart

2009–2012 only

43 classified complaints 1 recall

2009–2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart models have 43 classified complaints on record for these years specifically, plus 1 recall. The most common issue in this range is AWD/4WD engagement, actuators and couplers, typically surfacing around 55,100 miles.

Computed directly from stored federal records for 2009–2012 model years only — not blended with the rest of this vehicle's production run. See the full Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart report for every year combined.

What breaks, and when — 2009–2012 only

AWD/4WD engagement, actuators and couplers · Drivetrain 24 complaints

Median onset: 55,100 miles.

Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting · Transmission 10 complaints

Median onset: 70,150 miles.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues.

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Dual-clutch mechatronics and clutch packs · Transmission 2 complaints

Median onset: 19,000 miles.

Tends to show up earlier than this model's other issues.

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Accessory belt, tensioner and pulleys · Engine 2 complaints

Median onset: 60,000 miles.

Tank, lines and filler · Fuel system 2 complaints

Median onset: 42,000 miles.

Transmission control module and sensors · Transmission 1 complaints

Median onset: 30,000 miles.

Tends to show up earlier than this model's other issues.

Control arms, ball joints and bushings · Suspension 1 complaints

Onset mileage not consistently reported.

Typical repair: $230–$700 nationally.

Automatic transmission internals · Transmission 1 complaints

Median onset: 90,000 miles.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues. · Typical repair: $2,910–$5,410 nationally.

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From owner-filed complaints to NHTSA, not independently verified. Federal mileage reporting on recent complaints is sparse — see how it works. Cost ranges are national estimates from book labor hours and parts pricing, not this vehicle's actual repair history — they don't account for your location or shop type.

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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation — complaints and recalls, scoped to 2009–2012 model years. See the full Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart report for every year and full specs/safety data.