CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (21 reports).
2016 Mitsubishi Lancer recalls
Faulty relay can stall engine and raise crash risk
A relay in the starter assembly electrical system may be defective.
Transmission May Delay Acceleration, Raising Crash Risk
Certain CVT-equipped vehicles may experience a delay in acceleration under some driving conditions.
Most common 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer problems
Problem areas named in the 30 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 21 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
I bought this vehicle and few weeks later I noticed at a red light. When it turned green i hit the gas. My car took a few seconds, reved and then shot out into the lane. Since then it has had issues over 20 miles and when I stop its a few seconds for the car to accelerate and move which is scary on the road. My 4 sons were horrified! I looked up SR-16-006, after my mechanic said I have exactly everything as the issue of a recall that I should be on. AutoWorx in Pittsburgh on 28th and smallman street. They wouldn't feel comfortable taking my 6k because they said its absolutely the issue covered in the 2016 CVT replacement for a 2.0 engine Lancer Mitshubushi.
Itâs throwing a P084A code and it feels like the transmission is about to let loose. I bought the car with 30,000 on it in 2016 and it has a hair over 136,000 and ever since Iâve had it itâs always had this transmission lag jerk in it. Very scuttle but you can feel it. Then all of a sudden it just started going into limp mode, hi low hi low rev, jerking and couldnât get over 30 mph. This looks like a continuous problem with these transmission and gives Mitsubishi a bad taste in some peoples mouths. Iâm out of a decently nice car and probably a couple thousand dollars for a new transmission.
Recently the transmission has started to shudder when first driving from a stop. It only happens under low acceleration. If you push the accelerator pedel firmly it will not shudder. Wondering if this is a recall about to happen? It started on or about 4/2/2025 but is continuing to happen.
The car is bucking hi low hi low and then the service transmission light is coming on. We brought the car in a couple of weeks ago and I thought this was suppose to he fixed. It is alot worse now
Loss of power on acceleration, rpms going up and down, hesitation in acceleration, going into limp mode won't accelerate over 25-40mph pulled code P084A shop believes it needs a complete replacement based on their computer systems repair procedures guidelines. Car has just over 107k miles on it and is a pre-owned. No information was given regarding this issue having happened or if it was ever repaired based on the recall in 2016 but shows as not having any unrepaired recalls when searching the VIN in the search tool. Cannot afford a new transmission not sure what to do.
2016 Mitsubishi Lancer questions
Does the 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer: Faulty relay can stall engine and raise crash risk; Transmission May Delay Acceleration, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer?
Based on 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (21), Electrical System (4), Vehicle Speed Control (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 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.