2009
Mitsubishi
Lancer
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152 hp @ 6000 rpm
Horsepower
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
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Performance
Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency
152 hp
Horsepower
146 ft-lb
Torque
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
CVT
Transmission
Efficient
Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy
Fuel TypeGasoline
Combined Efficiency7.0 - 9.5 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity59.0 L
Interior
Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality
5
Seating
317 - 328 L
Cargo
1,072 mm
Front Legroom
917 mm
Rear Legroom
Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Convenience
Keyless Entry
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Seating
Power Driver Seat
Technology
Advanced connectivity and intelligent features
AM/FM Stereo
Steering Controls
Safety
Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers
Airbags
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags
Stability
Traction Control
ABS Brakes
Monitoring
Tire Pressure Monitor
Security
Security System
Child Safety Locks
Dimensions
Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style
Length
15 ft0"
4.57m
Width
5 ft9.4"
1.76m
Height
4 ft10.7"
1.49m
Wheelbase
8 ft7.7"
2.63m
Gallery
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Colors
Express yourself.
Graphite Gray Pearl
#5A6676
Rally Red Metallic
#C32E28
Tarmac Black Pearl
#050505
Wicked White Metallic
#ECECEC
Apex Silver Metallic
#D2D2D2
Aqua Metallic
#B9CCD0
Octane Blue Pearl
#45699B
Rotor Glow Metallic
#DC6016
Trim Levels
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Safety Reports
121 complaints reported to NHTSA
121
Total Reports
11
Crashes
10
Injuries
3
Fires
Most Common Issues
POWER TRAIN
31
ENGINE
24
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
19
SERVICE BRAKES
17
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
13
AIR BAGS
9
Recent Reports
ODI #11551735
Oct 24, 2023
STEERINGSUSPENSIONWHEELS
I was driving down the road and spun out of control because my rack and pinion steering inner and outer tie rod snapped in half, because of rust from salt water and corrosion on the metal, resulting in my loss of control and front passenger wheel turned 90 degrees inward and nearly ripped the front tire off and under the car, brought the car home and inspected it tthoroughly, and saw the immediate problem
Incident: Oct 24, 2023VIN: JA3AU86W09U***
ODI #11536104
Aug 2, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMEXTERIOR LIGHTING
The contact owns a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated while driving at night, the low-beam headlights turned off and turned on independently, causing a visibility hazard for the driver. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V232000 (Electrical System). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 110,000.
Incident: Jul 24, 2023VIN: JA3AU86W49U***
ODI #11521960
May 15, 2023
POWER TRAINVEHICLE SPEED CONTROLFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The car started to slow down on its own even when my foot was on the gas it wouldn’t pick up speed over 20mph then it started to over heat, then smoke. It sounded like sparks like from a firecracker and smelt like something was burning to the point I had to pull over and turn the car off so my children and I could get out and breathe. When I restarted it turned on but would not drive when put into gear. I had it towed and the next day I tried again only this time the battery was dead and nothing was left on in the car I couldn’t understand how this happened so I bought a new battery put it in and it started still wouldn’t move though so I gave it a few days went to try again and the new battery was dead like something was draining all the power.
Incident: Mar 3, 2023VIN: JA3AU86W19U***
ODI #11494679
Nov 23, 2022
STRUCTURE
The contact owns a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated while the vehicle was having a routine oil change at the dealer, the mechanic stated that rear crossmember bar was rusted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the contact was informed that the front crossmember bar needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was 116,000. The consumer stated while the mechanic was attempting to change the front cross member started taking the front end apart, he said he had stripped a bolt on the catalytic converter. Also, the dealer charged the consumer for a new catalytic converter without permission. A new appointment was made on 12/14/2022 to fix the damages at their cost.
Incident: Oct 11, 2022VIN: JA3AU86W49U***
ODI #11477444
Aug 3, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSERVICE BRAKES
My brake light are no longer working and it is not because of a bulb I replaced all of them and they still do not work. And also my cruise control turns on and off but it will not set a speed
Incident: Aug 3, 2022VIN: JA3AU86WX9U***
ODI #11448035
Jan 19, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated that after the vehicle had sat for over five days undriven, the vehicle had to be jump started. The contact mentioned that the failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed that the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to another independent mechanic where the failure was undetermined. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the Bluetooth connection module was draining the battery and that the module needed to be removed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
Incident: Aug 15, 2015VIN: ja3au26u69u***
ODI #11399136
Mar 4, 2021
AIR BAGS
THE AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF WHEN DRIVING THE CAR OR PARKED AND RUNNING. I SEE THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE AIRBAG MODULE THRU 2007 LANCER. MINE HAS 71K MILES. IS THERE A RECALL IN THE WORKS FOR 2009 MODELS?
Incident: Jan 15, 2021VIN: JA3AU26UX9U***
ODI #11378517
Dec 8, 2020
Crash1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING DOWN A HILL AT 15 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED TO OPERATE AS NEEDED UPON DEPRESSION AS THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT HAD TO PUMP HIS BRAKES REPEATEDLY IN AN EFFORT TO STOP THE VEHICLE; HE ALSO APPLIED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE FOR ASSISTANCE BEFORE HITTING A TREE STUMP. THE CONTACT SUFFERED A TWEAK IN HIS RIGHT SHOULDER BUT DID NOT SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT NEEDED AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DUE TO LOW IMPACT. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE WITH DEFECTIVE BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS. THE CONTACT THEN SPOKE TO ROSEVILLE AUTOMALL(700 AUTOMALL DR, ROSEVILLE, CA 95661) AND THE MANUFACTURER WHERE HE WAS INFORMED THAT HIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 09V077000(SERVICE BRAKES, AIR); THEY OFFERED NO FURTHER ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE HAD YET TO BE REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 110,000.*DT*JB
Incident: Dec 1, 2018VIN: JA3AU86W69U***
Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are submitted by vehicle owners and may not represent verified defects.
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