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2008 MITSUBISHI Lancer STRUCTURE Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Standard NHTSA Filing

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STRUCTURE Safety Recalls

Standard NHTSA Filing #20V279000 NHTSA Official Language
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STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
What Happened
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Lancer, 2009-2010 Lancer Sportback, 2008-2013 Outlander, and 2011-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.
Risk if Unfixed
A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. Depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-003.
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Other MITSUBISHI Lancer 2008 Recalls

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1 recall
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
1 recall
AIR BAGS
1 recall
VISIBILITY
1 recall

Other MITSUBISHI Lancer Years

2016
2 recalls
2015
1 recall
2012
1 recall
2011
3 recalls
2010
6 recalls
2009
8 recalls
2007
3 recalls
2006
7 recalls
2005
6 recalls
2004
7 recalls
2003
6 recalls
2002
4 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2008 MITSUBISHI Lancer safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS recall for the 2008 MITSUBISHI Lancer? (Campaign #20V279000)

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Lancer, 2009-2010 Lancer Sportback, 2008-2013 Outlander, and 2011-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure such as from road salt use. A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. Depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-003.