CarRecallWatchThe 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 148 complaints with NHTSA, including 32 crashes, 1 fire, 22 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Visibility (26 reports).
2002 Mitsubishi Lancer recalls
Front Control Arm Can Detach, Risking Loss of Control
Certain Mitsubishi vehicles sold in or ever registered in a number of Northeastern, Mid-Atlantic and Midwestern states may have a front cross member that corrodes from salt water exposure, such as road salt.
Most common 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer problems
Problem areas named in the 148 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Visibility | 26 |
| Air Bags | 25 |
| Power Train | 22 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 19 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 19 |
| Suspension | 15 |
| Steering | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 |
| Structure | 7 |
What owners report
The contact's daughter owns a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, she felt an air draft inside of the vehicle. The contact's daughter attempted to close the sunroof when she noticed that the sunroof had detached from the vehicle. The dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the sunroof part was no longer manufactured and they were unable to get the part to perform the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 221,660.
SMOG STATION INSPECTION REPORT ;; RECALL ONREPROGRAM PCM AND REPLACE FAN CONTROLLER
THERE HAS NO BEEN AN INCIDENT YET. THE VEHICLE RATTLES IN THE FRONT END, EXACTLY WHERE THE RECALLED PART IS AT. I TOOK IT TO THE LICENSED DEALERSHIP THAT I WAS TOLD WAS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE THE PART AND THEY REFUSED TO REPLACE IT CLAIMING THAT THE VEHICLE IS TOO RUSTY AND THEY DON'T WANT TO LIFT IT UP ON THE AIR. I HAD JUST HAD 4 NEW TIRES PUT ON IT RECENTLY AND THEY USED A CAR LIFT WITHOUT ANY ISSUES. I WOULD LIKE THE PART REPLACED BECAUSE NOW I'M WORRIED ABOUT THE DEFECT CAUSING A SERIOUS ACCIDENT IF IT IS NOT REPLACED. THE REASON IT IS BEING RECALLED IS BECAUSE IT IS PRONE TO RUST AND MAY DETERIORATE OVER TIME AND THAT IS EXACTLY WHAT IS HAPPENING AND THEY REFUSE TO FIX IT.
FRONT LOWER ENGINE SUPPORT & CRADLE ARE RUSTED OUT ALONG WITH THE CROSS MEMBER. I CAN FURNISH PICTURES IF NECESSARY.
THERE'S A LOT OF POPING UNDERNEATH FRONT END AND THERE'S A RECALL AL ON THE CONTROL ARMS
2002 Mitsubishi Lancer questions
Does the 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer: Front Control Arm Can Detach, Risking Loss of Control; Equipment:Other:Labels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer?
Based on 148 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (26), Air Bags (25), Power Train (22).
How do I check if a recall on my 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.