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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2016 Mitsubishi Lancer recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2016 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
2
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
30
Latest campaign
Sep 29, 2017

Recall summary by component2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Electrical system1Sep 29, 2017
Power train1Jul 28, 2016

Safety recalls2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Sep 29, 2017Latest campaign
Sep 29, 201717V609000

Electrical system: starter assembly relay

If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 17V609000
What's wrong
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.
Risk
If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.
Campaign
NHTSA 17V609000 · Sep 29, 2017
Jul 28, 201616V563000

Power train: automatic transmission control module (tcm/PCM/tecm)

A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 16V563000
What's wrong
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles and 2016 Outlander and Lancer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) that, in certain driving conditions, may cause a delay in the vehicle accelerating.
Risk
A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MMNA has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the CVT control unit with modified software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-006.
Campaign
NHTSA 16V563000 · Jul 28, 2016
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 component30

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
30Complaints filed
1Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
2Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Power train2170000
Vehicle speed control413000
Electrical system413000
Unknown or other310000
Engine310000
Structure27000
Fuel/propulsion system13000
Air bags13101
Visibility13001

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.

Latest reports

  • Power train

    “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.”

    Filed 08/06/2026 · ODI 11755311
  • Power train

    “It’s throwing a P084A code and it feels like the transmission is about to let loose.”

    Filed 07/20/2025 · ODI 11674840
  • Power train

    “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.”

    Filed 05/03/2025 · ODI 11658645

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2016 Mitsubishi Lancer recall questions

How many recalls does the 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer have?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer. The most recent, 17V609000 (reported September 29, 2017), concerns electrical system. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer?

Power train is the most-reported component, named in 21 complaints out of 30 filed with NHTSA (70%). 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 2016 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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