CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 98 complaints with NHTSA, including 11 crashes, 3 fires, 10 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (22 reports).
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer recalls
Front Control Arms Can Detach From Road Salt Rust
Road salt and salt water can corrode the front cross member, the structural piece that holds the front lower control arms.
Belt Tensioner May Crack, Causing Engine Stall
The drive belt automatic tensioner flange on certain vehicles with a 4B11 or 4B12 engine may crack.
Sunroof Glass Can Detach While Driving, Creating Crash Risk
Certain Mitsubishi Outlander, Lancer, and Lancer Evolution vehicles from model years 2007 to 2010 are equipped with sunroofs whose glass may detach from the sunroof assembly while the vehicle is being driven.
Lights and wipers may fail intermittently, reducing visibility
An electronic control unit (ECU) that controls the headlights, tail lights, and windshield wipers may have unstable voltage because of a manufacturing error.
Blower Motor May Fail, Reducing Windshield Defrosting
The blower motor in certain Mitsubishi vehicles may fail.
Most common 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer problems
Problem areas named in the 98 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 22 |
| Electrical System | 19 |
| Power Train | 14 |
| Exterior Lighting | 13 |
| Air Bags | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 9 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 |
| Suspension | 6 |
| Structure | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 5 |
What owners report
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
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.
The car started to slow down on its own even when my foot was on the gas it wouldnât 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 couldnât understand how this happened so I bought a new battery put it in and it started still wouldnât move though so I gave it a few days went to try again and the ne
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 appointmen
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
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer questions
Does the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer: Front Control Arms Can Detach From Road Salt Rust; Belt Tensioner May Crack, Causing Engine Stall; Sunroof Glass Can Detach While Driving, Creating Crash Risk; Lights and wipers may fail intermittently, reducing visibility; Blower Motor May Fail, Reducing Windshield Defrosting. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer?
Based on 98 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (22), Electrical System (19), Power Train (14).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 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.