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2016 MITSUBISHI Lancer

2 recalls Risk Grade: D Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #16V563000 NHTSA Official Language
Component

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
What Happened
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 if Unfixed
A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Moderate #17V609000 NHTSA Official Language
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY

Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
What Happened
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 Unfixed
If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall risk grade for the 2016 MITSUBISHI Lancer?

The 2016 MITSUBISHI Lancer has a risk grade of D. This grade is calculated from 2 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).

How many safety recalls does the 2016 MITSUBISHI Lancer have?

The 2016 MITSUBISHI Lancer has 2 known safety recalls on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.

What is the most severe recall for the 2016 MITSUBISHI Lancer?

The most severe recall for the 2016 MITSUBISHI Lancer is classified as critical. This indicates a life-threatening safety issue that should be addressed promptly.

Is the 2016 MITSUBISHI Lancer safe to drive?

This model year has 2 recorded safety recalls. 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 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) recall for the 2016 MITSUBISHI Lancer? (Campaign #16V563000)

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

What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY recall for the 2016 MITSUBISHI Lancer? (Campaign #17V609000)

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