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2011 Mitsubishi Lancer recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2011 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 4
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 49
Latest campaign: Jan 26, 2018

Recall summary by component4

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Engine and engine cooling	2	Jan 26, 2018	18V069000 14V562000
Visibility	1	Apr 20, 2015	15V233000
Power train	1	Sep 19, 2013	13V446000

Safety recalls4

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Jan 26, 2018Latest campaign


Jan 26, 201818V069000	Engine and engine cooling: engine gasoline If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 18V069000 What's wrong 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 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. Filed under Lancer, Lancer Sportback Campaign NHTSA 18V069000 · Jan 26, 2018
Apr 20, 201515V233000	Visibility: defroster/defogger/HVAC system fan/motor Failure of the blower motor may reduce the performance of the windshield defroster, diminishing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 15V233000 What's wrong Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Lancer vehicles manufactured March 16, 2009, to March 30, 2011, 2010-2011 Lancer Sportback vehicles manufactured June 17, 2009, to December 1, 2010, 2010-2011 Lancer Evolution vehicles manufactured July 14, 2009, to January 7, 2011, 2009-2011 Outlander vehicles manufactured February 10, 2009, to June 22, 2011, and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured August 26, 2010, to November 19, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the blower motor may fail. Risk Failure of the blower motor may reduce the performance of the windshield defroster, diminishing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace a suspect blower motor, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-15-003. Filed under Lancer, Lancer Evolution, Lancer Sportback Campaign NHTSA 15V233000 · Apr 20, 2015
Sep 12, 201414V562000	Engine and engine cooling: engine gasoline If the drive belt detaches, the battery may discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V562000 What's wrong Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Lancer, Lancer Evolution, and Outlander; 2009-2011 Lancer Sportback, Lancer Rilliart, and Lancer Sportback Ralliart; and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles. The affected vehicles, manufactured with 4B1 engines, have an engine pulley and belt arrangement for turning the alternator, the cooling fan and the power steering pump (if equipped). These pulleys may experience unusual wear and allow for belt detachment. Risk If the drive belt detaches, the battery may discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive belt with a rubber belt. Drive pulleys that are excessively worn will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-009. Filed under Lancer, Lancer Evolution, Lancer Ralliart, Lancer Sportback, Lancer Sportback Ralliart Campaign NHTSA 14V562000 · Sep 12, 2014
Sep 19, 201313V446000	Power train: manual transmission Failure of the clutch master cylinder reduces the ability to shift the vehicle into or out of gear, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 13V446000 What's wrong Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Lancer Evolution vehicles manufactured from December 12, 2007, through March 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the clutch master cylinder can fail. Risk Failure of the clutch master cylinder reduces the ability to shift the vehicle into or out of gear, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected clutch master cylinders free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's campaign number for this recall is SR-13-009. Filed under Lancer Evolution Campaign NHTSA 13V446000 · Sep 19, 2013

Merged from NHTSA model names: Lancer, Lancer Sportback, Lancer Evolution, Lancer Ralliart, Lancer Sportback Ralliart. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component49

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

49Complaints filed

1Involving a crash

0Involving a fire

1Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Injuries
Power train	16	33	0	0
Engine	9	18	0	0
Electrical system	6	12	0	0
Steering	4	8	0	0
Structure	4	8	0	0
Unknown or other	4	8	1	0
Seat belts	4	8	1	0
Electronic stability control (ESC)	4	8	0	0
Suspension	3	6	0	0
Fuel/propulsion system	3	6	0	0
Engine and engine cooling	3	6	0	0
Exterior lighting	2	4	0	0
Service brakes	2	4	0	0
Air bags	2	4	1	1
Visibility/wiper	2	4	0	0

8 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names Lancer, Lancer Evolution.

Latest reports

Electrical system
“While driving the vehicle the headlights will turn off at random intervals. The passenger side rear tail light is out and remains out despite changing the bulb.”
Filed 11/22/2022 · ODI 11494649
Steering
“I got a service needed warning for the electric power steering and I lost all power steering...”
Filed 09/15/2022 · ODI 11484709
Suspension
“The contact owns a 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated that while having the vehicle inspected, the front crossmember was corroded. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired.”
Filed 08/11/2021 · ODI 11428725

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2011 Mitsubishi Lancer recall questions

How many recalls does the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer have?

NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. The most recent, 18V069000 (reported January 26, 2018), concerns engine and engine cooling. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer recalls for?

The largest group is engine and engine cooling, with 2 campaigns. Others: visibility (1), power train (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer?

Power train is the most-reported component, named in 16 complaints out of 49 filed with NHTSA (33%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

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