Mitsubishi Lancer

2007–2011 only

299 classified complaints 8 recalls

2007–2011 Mitsubishi Lancer models have 299 classified complaints on record for these years specifically, plus 8 recalls. The most common issue in this range is Subframe, cradle and frame corrosion, typically surfacing around 131,462 miles.

Computed directly from stored federal records for 2007–2011 model years only — not blended with the rest of this vehicle's production run. See the full Mitsubishi Lancer report for every year combined.

Where this range fits

2002–2006

2007–2011

2012–2016

Complaints filed per 5-year model-year window — highlighted bars link to their own dedicated page.

What breaks, and when — 2007–2011 only

Subframe, cradle and frame corrosion · Suspension 35 complaints

Median onset: 131,462 miles. 8.6% of these reported an injury, a death, or a crash with fire.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues. · More common in older model years.

Body control and other modules · Electrical 29 complaints

Median onset: 95,000 miles.

More common in newer model years.

Airbags, seatbelts and restraints · Body and interior 28 complaints

Median onset: 81,000 miles. 32.1% of these reported an injury, a death, or a crash with fire.

Stalling and no-start · Engine 20 complaints

Median onset: 69,943 miles.

More common in newer model years.

ABS module and wheel speed sensors · Brakes 17 complaints

Median onset: 65,000 miles.

More common in older model years. · Typical repair: $660–$1,260 nationally.

Accessory belt, tensioner and pulleys · Engine 17 complaints

Median onset: 114,500 miles.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues. · More common in newer model years.

Cooling system: radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan · Engine 13 complaints

Median onset: 70,000 miles.

More common in newer model years. · Typical repair: $260–$1,910 nationally.

Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting · Transmission 13 complaints

Median onset: 90,000 miles.

More common in newer model years.

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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 2007–2011 model years. See the full Mitsubishi Lancer report for every year and full specs/safety data.