Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer peaked in 2024, with 2 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2017 Mitsubishi Lancer
Sedan, 4x2, built in Japan. Owner complaints on file from Apr 9, 2020 to Feb 13, 2026.
Recall campaigns covering this model year0No recall campaign lists this model year
Owner complaints6Below the median 2017 sedan
Severity index16.72017 sedans average 7.4
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
50% of complaints about the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer name airbags
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
No recall campaign lists the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
6 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Feb 13, 2026Failure Feb 25, 2025Cleveland, OHAir bags
SEE ATTACHED FILE:
NHTSA complaint 11717949 - Filed May 2, 2024Failure May 2, 2024Stuyvesant, NYPower train
Vehicle shudders and surges while driving almost rubber banding. Mechanic showing code for fluid pressure sensor. Call to local Mitsubishi dealer said transmission needs to be replaced and since we are 2nd owners the 100k mile powertrain warranty doesn’t apply. This vehicle has 81k miles and it’s already fried and Mitsubishi doesn’t care unless we buy a new one.
NHTSA complaint 11586522 - Filed Jan 11, 2024Failure Jan 10, 2024Apopka, FLPower train
The transmission has a severe shudder and lack of power. The malfunction occurs frequently and most recently has occurred while making a left turn in an intersection when the vehicle suddenly stumbled in the middle of the intersection with oncoming traffic nearing. The problem has been confirmed by Mitsubishi with a TSB released regarding the affected vehicles TSB-22-23-001REV, however, they refuse to do anything since the vehicle is no longer under warranty. The check engine light appears when the issues occurs, code "P084a" along with the "Service Transmission" indicator on the instrument cluster.
NHTSA complaint 11564775 - Filed Jun 15, 2023Failure Jun 2, 2023Spring hill, FLAir bagsCrash
I was in 2 auto accidents within the same vehicle within the last month and the airbags didn't deploy either time.
NHTSA complaint 11527279 - Filed Aug 31, 2021Failure Aug 31, 2021Des Moines, IAAir bags
Airbag light came on saying there is something wrong with my car. No recalls for this vehicle even though this is a huge safety concern and is by default a problem with how the manufacturer made the vehicle.
NHTSA complaint 11431175 - Filed Apr 9, 2020Failure Apr 9, 2020Hampton, GABody, Visibility/wiper
I FINALLY GOT HOME TO LOOK AT MY NEW CAR AND I WANT CAR THAT HAS NO SCRATCHES OR PAINT EVEN COMING OFF SLIGHTLY.... THIS A HARDLY THING YOU CAN SEE AND MY DEFROST, WHEN IS CUT ON, MAKES A CLICK/POP NOISE EARLY IN MORNING... I WANT A CAR ALSO WITH SPORT MODE A MITSUBISHI LANCER THANK YALL . *TR
NHTSA complaint 11320725
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
1 NHTSA investigation on file
- EA19001 Engineering analysis, Airbags
Electrical overstress
Opened Apr 19, 2019, closed Sep 19, 2024 · led to a recall
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
76 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.
- TECH TALK 289 Nov 21, 2025 · Other
Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications. - TSB-24-23-004 Jun 3, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides corrections to the description of special tools used to install the oil seal within the Automatic Transaxle sections of the applicable Service Manuals. - TSB-20-23-001RV4 Mar 25, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to diagnose and test drive vehicles exhibiting a shudder or surge condition possibly caused by poor reaction of the hydraulic pressure circuit. - TSB-20-23-001REV Mar 4, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to diagnose and test drive vehicles exhibiting a shudder or surge condition possibly caused by poor reaction of the hydraulic pressure circuit. - TSB-24-23-001 Feb 14, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides the procedure for diagnostic trouble code and on-vehicle service for belt & pulley assembly on certain CVT models. - DEALER LETTER Jul 21, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023. - TSB-23-23-004 Apr 24, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Service Bulletin provides service manual corrections to the CVT maintenance procedure. - TSB-23-00-004 Apr 24, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue. - TSB-23-00-001 Apr 24, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more than 1.5 percent of the vehicle's gross vehicle weight ratin… - DEALER LETTER Apr 21, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023. - TSB-11-66-001REV Mar 7, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Service Bulletin contains technical information and troubleshooting for the accessory Remote Engine Start system for affected vehicles. - TIN-23-66-001 Mar 7, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers and parts managers about possible causes after a customer complains that the engine will not start while using the remote start system. - TSB-23-23-001 Jan 12, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This TSB provides the addition of Diagnostic Procedure for CVT Belt Check for vehicles equipped with CVT type F1CJC and W1CJC. (Service Manual Revision) - TSB-23-11-001 Jan 12, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This TSB provides revisions to the Removal and Installation procedures for the rocker cover due to changes in the quantity of mounting bolts for vehicles equipped with 4B1 series engine. (Service Manual Revision) - TSB-22-54-003 Apr 7, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part. - TSB-22-23-001REV Feb 3, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers directing them to diagnose and test drive customer vehicles with F1CJC/W1CJC (CVT-8) transmissions that may exhibit a shudder or surge condition possibly caused by a poor reaction of the hydraulic pressure… - TIN-21-00-004 Aug 24, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing them Owner Manuals (OM) are now available electronically beginning with Model Year 2015. - TSB-16-00-001 Mar 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
General PDI Procedure s for 2017 Models (except EV and PHEV) This bulletin contains general Pre-Delivery Inspection Procedures, both technical and detail, for 2017 model year Mitsubishi vehicles (exc. i-MiEV and Outlander PHEV) If required, additional Techn… - TIN-21-13-001 Apr 9, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Information Notice provides additional instructions to dealers when replacing the Valve Cover Gasket due to a customer concern of oil leaking. - 2017-VIN Mar 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Use this chart to decode vehicle identification numbers for 2-17 model year MMNA vehicles. - TSB-16-00-001 Mar 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
General PDI procedures for 2017 models (except EV and PHEV). - TSB-20-14-002 Aug 28, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This TSB instructs dealers a condition where the coolant temperature warning light illuminates and a coolant leak is found at the hose connection and to replace the old hose clamp with a countermeasure clamp and to replace the old water hose with a new wate… - TT-20-00-002 Aug 28, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications. - TSB-20-14-002 Aug 28, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This TSB instructs dealers a condition where the coolant temperature warning light illuminates and a coolant leak is found at the hose connection and to replace the old hose clamp with a countermeasure clamp and to replace the old water hose with a new wate… - TSB-20-23-001REV Jun 22, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Service Bulletin supersedes TSB-20-23-001, issued April, 2020, to update the Control Valve part number and MY 2020-2018 Outlander Sports with 2.4L engines. - TIN-20-00-007REV May 21, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Information Notice revises TIN-20-00-007 informing dealers TK Services has confirmed that pickup service has resumed for dealerships and customer facilities. - TSB-20-52B-001 Apr 8, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This TSB updates the Interior and Supplemental Restraint System sections of the affected Service Manuals to update the Side Airbag Replacement Procedure. These changes are being made because the Side Airbag Module is now available as a single unit. - TSB-20-23-001 Apr 8, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Certain vehicles with F1CJC/W1CJC (CVT-8) transmissions may exhibit a shudder or surge condition possibly caused by poor reaction of the hydraulic pressure circuit. With continued driving under these conditions, the CVT belt may slip repeatedly when acceler… - TSB-20-31-001 Feb 3, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin advises that tire chains are NOT approved for use on any 2016 - 2020 Mitsubishi vehicle. - TSB-13-42A-002 Jan 29, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals. - TT194 Feb 6, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. - TTIndex12 Mar 5, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012. - TT193 Jan 15, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. - TT195 Mar 5, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. - TT192 Dec 7, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. - TT191 Nov 1, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. - TT218 Aug 28, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. - TT217 Jul 22, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. - TSB-15-54-004 Jul 29, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This TSB contains troubleshooting steps for diagnosis of various customer complaints relating to the audio system speakers in Mitsubishi vehicles equipped with original equipment audio components. - TT253 Nov 26, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers. - TSB-19-00-008 Jul 30, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label. - TSB1927002 May 16, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Rear Axle section of the affected Service Manuals, to correct the quantity of rear differential gear oil used. - TSB1923005 May 16, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Automatic Transaxle section of the affected Service Manuals, to correct the torque converter pressure in the standard hydraulic pressure table. - TSB-19-13-003 Apr 25, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. The bulletin instructs dealers to confirm a list of specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) if vehicle experiences the following symptoms in cold weather: the check engine light illuminating with a lim… - TSB-19-54-010 Apr 23, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin provides dealers with a basic description of the hands-free systems used in Mitsubishi built vehicles. The bulletin covers components and operation, system layouts showing the differences in Japan … - TSB-19-42A-005 Apr 23, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Body Color section of the affected Body Repair Manual, to add body color information for 2017 models. - TSB-19-25-001 Apr 23, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Propeller Shaft section of the affect Service Manuals, to correct the propeller shaft assembly removal procedure. - TSB-19-00-001 Apr 23, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the General section of the affected Service Manual, to add new model codes to vehicle information. - TSB-19-13-003 Apr 25, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. The bulletin instructs dealers to confirm a list of specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) if vehicle experiences the following symptoms in cold weather: the check engine light illuminating with a lim… - TSB-19-54-010 Apr 23, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin provides dealers with a basic description of the hands-free systems used in Mitsubishi built vehicles. The bulletin covers components and operation, system layouts showing the differences in Japan … - TSB-19-42A-005 Apr 23, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Body Color section of the affected Body Repair Manual, to add body color information for 2017 models. - TSB-19-25-001 Apr 23, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Propeller Shaft section of the affect Service Manuals, to correct the propeller shaft assembly removal procedure. - TSB-19-00-001 Apr 23, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the General section of the affected Service Manual, to add new model codes to vehicle information. - TSB1954008 Mar 28, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Chassis Electrical section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout diagnostics with DTC U0141. - TSB1952B005 Mar 28, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout diagnostics with DTC U0141. - TSB1942B003 Mar 28, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Body section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout with DTC U0141. - TSB-19-42B-001 Jan 8, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. This bulletin instructs dealers how to re-register vehicle keys for affected vehicles. Affected vehicles may experience a condition of the door(s) inability to be locked or unlocked using the Re… - TSB-18-52A-002 Dec 20, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Interior section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the tightening torque for the floor console assembly. - TSB-18-51-001 Dec 20, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Exterior section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the tightening torque for the front bumper assembly and radiator grille, under cover and floor console assembly. - TSB-18-37-001 Dec 20, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Power Steering section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the tightening torque for the power steering gear box, power steering control unit (EPS-ECU), steering …
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.