2012 Mitsubishi Lancer recalls and problems

The 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer has 1 recall and 19 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is engine.

How the 2012 compares

Low

Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Low complaint count among 17 Lancer model years — 12th most.

1recalls

19complaints

3crashes

0fires

1injuries

55,000median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

Does your car have an open recall?
Recalls apply to specific vehicles. Only a VIN lookup on NHTSA's official site shows whether yours is affected and still unrepaired.

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1 recall

Engine

Jan 26, 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V069000 · 141,053 vehicles

Problem: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Lancer, 2008-2012 Outlander, 2010-2012 Lancer Sportback, and 2011-2012 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with either a 4B11 or 4B12 engine. The drive belt automatic tensioner flange may crack, allowing the accessory drive belt to detach.

Risk: If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the belt tensioner with one that has an improved shape, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-001.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Vehicle Speed Control2

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

Complaints by year filed

2012 vs. other Mitsubishi Lancer years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2012. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign covering the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer, the latest from Jan 26, 2018 (engine). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention engine (6), power train (6), fuel system (2). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.