2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER
3 recalls, 51 complaints - 179 TSBs
18V069000 Jan 26, 2018
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
Defect Description
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 b... Read more
Consequence
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.
15V233000 Apr 20, 2015
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
Defect Description
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, ... Read more
Consequence
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.
14V562000 Sep 12, 2014
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
Defect Description
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, ... Read more
Consequence
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 1-888-648-7... Read more
Complaint Statistics
51 total complaints
3 crashes 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 8 |
| POWER TRAIN | 6 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 3 |
| STEERING | 3 |
| SEAT BELTS | 3 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
| AIR BAGS | 2 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 2 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Nov 22, 2022
Incident date: Nov 7, 2022
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. Water leaks through a gap in the body into the light and the trunk. Headlights need to be reliable in order to ensure safety and visibilit... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 22, 2022
Incident date: Nov 7, 2022
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. Water leaks through a gap in the body into the light and the trunk. Headlights need to be reliable in order to ensure safety and visibilit... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Sep 15, 2022
Incident date: Jul 14, 2022
I got a service needed warning for the electric power steering and I lost all power steering... As it turned out, the rack and pinion was bad because the subframe rotted out where the rack and pinion mounts up and a custom built subframe and rack and pinion had to be installed on the car at a cost o... Read more
STEERING
Sep 15, 2022
Incident date: Jul 14, 2022
I got a service needed warning for the electric power steering and I lost all power steering... As it turned out, the rack and pinion was bad because the subframe rotted out where the rack and pinion mounts up and a custom built subframe and rack and pinion had to be installed on the car at a cost o... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Aug 11, 2021
Incident date: Aug 11, 2021
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. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 72,00... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Aug 9, 2021
Incident date: Aug 7, 2021
Routine service at 112 Mitsubishi Dealer/Service Center noted that my front crossbar was severely corroded and “coming apart in chunks”. They noted that this defect is known and was recalled on later model years of my car, but not my 2011. Considering it was recalled already and is the same is... Read more
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Oct 27, 2020
Incident date: Jun 25, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE DEFOGGER FAILED TO OPERATE AS AIR STOPPED FLOWING THROUGH THE VENTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEATER, AIR CONDITIONER AND DEFOGGER FAILED TO OPERATE AS INTENDED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT M... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 1, 2019
Incident date: Oct 17, 2019
CAR WAS PARKED ON THE PARKING SPOT IN THE EVENING. NEXT MORNING CAR DID NOT START FOR NO REASON. ETAC ECU FAILURE CAUSED A RETURN SIGNAL TO BE BLOCKED ON A COMMUNICATION CHANNEL WIRE. ALSO WHAT WAS FOUND LATER AFTER A COMMUNICATION CHANNEL WIRE CONNECTIONS CLEAN UP, THAT A COOLING FAN STARTED TO RUN... Read more
SUSPENSION
Sep 30, 2019
Incident date: Sep 8, 2014
VIBRATION OF THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN DRIVING OVER 60 MPH. PERSIST AFTER CHANGING TIRES, WHEELS, BRAKE PADS AND DISCS. THIS SHAKING MAKES THE CAR UNSTABLE AND IS A SAFETY ISSUE.
STEERING
Sep 30, 2019
Incident date: Sep 8, 2014
VIBRATION OF THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN DRIVING OVER 60 MPH. PERSIST AFTER CHANGING TIRES, WHEELS, BRAKE PADS AND DISCS. THIS SHAKING MAKES THE CAR UNSTABLE AND IS A SAFETY ISSUE.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 12, 2019
Incident date: Aug 2, 2019
I SMELL FUEL IN MY CAR FAIRLY OFTEN, ALSO I HAVE A RECALL ON MY CAR AND THE DEALERSHIP WILL DO NOTHING ABOUT IT. I RAN CODES AND THEY ALL POINT BACK TO AN ISSUE WITH TH COMPUTER. WHEN I'M DRIVING IT WILL JUST START SMELLING LIKE FUEL. I AM USUALLY ON A CITY STREET OR FREEWAY. THE LAST THING TO HAPPE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 12, 2019
Incident date: Aug 2, 2019
I SMELL FUEL IN MY CAR FAIRLY OFTEN, ALSO I HAVE A RECALL ON MY CAR AND THE DEALERSHIP WILL DO NOTHING ABOUT IT. I RAN CODES AND THEY ALL POINT BACK TO AN ISSUE WITH TH COMPUTER. WHEN I'M DRIVING IT WILL JUST START SMELLING LIKE FUEL. I AM USUALLY ON A CITY STREET OR FREEWAY. THE LAST THING TO HAPPE... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 31, 2019
Incident date: Dec 23, 2011
THE VEHICLE WAS CHOSEN FROM A WEBSITE CALLED HTTPS://DRIVEYOURDREAM.TRUECAR.COM THERE WAS A SELECT A DEALER PAGE THAT FORWARDED THE PRICE AND PAYMENT PLAN TO THE SELECTED DEALER. THE CAR WAS IN EXTREMELY STRANGE CONDITION MOST LIKELY WAS SITTING A LONG TIME INTO A SOME KIND OF A VEHICLE STORAGE. SO ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 31, 2019
Incident date: Dec 23, 2011
THE VEHICLE WAS CHOSEN FROM A WEBSITE CALLED HTTPS://DRIVEYOURDREAM.TRUECAR.COM THERE WAS A SELECT A DEALER PAGE THAT FORWARDED THE PRICE AND PAYMENT PLAN TO THE SELECTED DEALER. THE CAR WAS IN EXTREMELY STRANGE CONDITION MOST LIKELY WAS SITTING A LONG TIME INTO A SOME KIND OF A VEHICLE STORAGE. SO ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jul 31, 2019
Incident date: Dec 23, 2011
THE VEHICLE WAS CHOSEN FROM A WEBSITE CALLED HTTPS://DRIVEYOURDREAM.TRUECAR.COM THERE WAS A SELECT A DEALER PAGE THAT FORWARDED THE PRICE AND PAYMENT PLAN TO THE SELECTED DEALER. THE CAR WAS IN EXTREMELY STRANGE CONDITION MOST LIKELY WAS SITTING A LONG TIME INTO A SOME KIND OF A VEHICLE STORAGE. SO ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 13, 2019
Incident date: Jun 13, 2019
THIS IS REGARDING MULTIPLE RECALLS FOR MY VEHICLE. I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN ST.THOMAS VIRGIN ISLANDS FROM BUDGET RENT A CAR IN 2013. THERE HAS BEEN 3 RECALLS FOR MY VEHICLE SINCE THEN I WAS NOT NOTIFIED, ONLY THROUGH RESEARCH I FOUND OUT. I'VE CALLED THE BUDGET DEALER, ESSENTIALY TOLD ME ITS MY PR... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 13, 2019
Incident date: Jun 13, 2019
THIS IS REGARDING MULTIPLE RECALLS FOR MY VEHICLE. I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN ST.THOMAS VIRGIN ISLANDS FROM BUDGET RENT A CAR IN 2013. THERE HAS BEEN 3 RECALLS FOR MY VEHICLE SINCE THEN I WAS NOT NOTIFIED, ONLY THROUGH RESEARCH I FOUND OUT. I'VE CALLED THE BUDGET DEALER, ESSENTIALY TOLD ME ITS MY PR... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 17, 2019
Incident date: Jan 1, 2012
AT SLOW SPEEDS WHEN YOUR FOOT OFF THE ACCELERATOR OR HOLDING IT STEADY AND YOU APPLY THE PEDAL DOWN TO GO FORWARD THERE IS A DELAY AS IF THE TRANSMISSIONS TRYING TO FIND A SPEED TO GO TO. MY MECHANIC CHECKED OUT THE ENGINE ALL COMPUTERS SYSTEMS ARE GOOD AND THE ENGINE RUNS FINE HE IS LINKING IT TO T... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Dec 2, 2018
Incident date: Jan 28, 2018
"TAKATA RECALL" MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBERSR-18-001 NHTSA RECALL NUMBER18V069 RECALL STATUSRECALL INCOMPLETE SUMMARY DUE TO REPETITION OF HIGH LOAD OPERATIONS, THE FLANGE OF THE DRIVE BELT AUTOMATIC TENSIONER MAY CRACK, CAUSING THE DRIVE BELT DETACHMENT. SAFETY RISK IF THE DRIVE BELT DETACHE... Read more
ENGINE
Dec 2, 2018
Incident date: Jan 28, 2018
"TAKATA RECALL" MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBERSR-18-001 NHTSA RECALL NUMBER18V069 RECALL STATUSRECALL INCOMPLETE SUMMARY DUE TO REPETITION OF HIGH LOAD OPERATIONS, THE FLANGE OF THE DRIVE BELT AUTOMATIC TENSIONER MAY CRACK, CAUSING THE DRIVE BELT DETACHMENT. SAFETY RISK IF THE DRIVE BELT DETACHE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 21, 2018
Incident date: Jul 16, 2018
PURCHASED 2011 LANCER IN 2011. IN MARCH 2013 MITSUBISHI ISSUED A TECH SERVICE BULLETIN AND REVISED IT IN JUNE OF 2013. THE ENGINE SERVICE LIGHT COMES ON AND MUST BE TAKEN TO DEALER FOR SERVICE. MITSUBISHI DOES A SIMPLE SOFTWARE UPGRADE TO THE ECM AND RESETS. THE PROBLEM IS THAT IS MITSUBISHI IS SIMP... Read more
WHEELS
Apr 17, 2018
Incident date: Apr 12, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED RAPIDLY ON ITS OWN WITHOUT WARNING AND THERE WAS A LOSS OF POWER. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE BATTERY HIMSELF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (TAINO MOTORS, CARR 8887 KM 7.5BO. SAN ANTON, CAROLINA, 00986, ... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 17, 2018
Incident date: Apr 12, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED RAPIDLY ON ITS OWN WITHOUT WARNING AND THERE WAS A LOSS OF POWER. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE BATTERY HIMSELF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (TAINO MOTORS, CARR 8887 KM 7.5BO. SAN ANTON, CAROLINA, 00986, ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 13, 2017
Incident date: Sep 15, 2017
THE TRANSMISSION DOESN'T SHIFT INTO GEAR EASILY AS WELL AS JUMPS OUT OF FIRST GEAR WHEN TAKING OFF FROM STOP. WHEN SHIFTING INTO 3RD AND 5TH IT IS DIFFICULT TO SHIFT INTO WHILE MOVING. THIS IS A DANGEROUS SITUATION WHEN DRIVING. ALL UPPER GEARS ARE DIFFICULT TO SHIFT INTO. THE CLUTCH FAILED TWIC... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 5, 2017
Incident date: Jul 4, 2017
VEHICLE OPERATING AT >3000 RPM CVT AND ENGINE WHINE AND LOSS OF POWER.
STEERING
Sep 27, 2016
Incident date: Sep 26, 2016
HI MY WIFE WAS DRIVING MHE 2011 LANCER WHILE SHE WAS TURNING TOWARD THE RIGHT TO ANOTHER STREET THE WHEEL AND STEERING WHEEL TURN A LITTLE THEN LOCKED UP ON HER ALMOST STRUCKING ANOTHER VEHICLE WHEN THAT HAPPEND SHE ALSO STEPED ON HER BRAKES AND DINT ALSO WANYED TO STOP. ALMOST CUASING HER AND MY SO... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 24, 2015
Incident date: Dec 18, 2015
THIS CAR WE OWN WAS IN A ACCIDENT THE WHOLE FRONT END WAS PUSHED IN CAUSE IT HIT A MERCURY MOUNTAINEER. THE GEICO ADJUSTER COULDNT BELEIVE THAT THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY NOR THE SEATBELT RETRACTED! THE ONLY THING THAT SAVED MY WIFE WAS THE SEATBELT FOR A SEC AND HITTING THE STEERING WHEEL. THE ADJU... Read more
Crash
SEAT BELTS
Dec 24, 2015
Incident date: Dec 18, 2015
THIS CAR WE OWN WAS IN A ACCIDENT THE WHOLE FRONT END WAS PUSHED IN CAUSE IT HIT A MERCURY MOUNTAINEER. THE GEICO ADJUSTER COULDNT BELEIVE THAT THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY NOR THE SEATBELT RETRACTED! THE ONLY THING THAT SAVED MY WIFE WAS THE SEATBELT FOR A SEC AND HITTING THE STEERING WHEEL. THE ADJU... Read more
Crash
AIR BAGS
Dec 24, 2015
Incident date: Dec 18, 2015
THIS CAR WE OWN WAS IN A ACCIDENT THE WHOLE FRONT END WAS PUSHED IN CAUSE IT HIT A MERCURY MOUNTAINEER. THE GEICO ADJUSTER COULDNT BELEIVE THAT THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY NOR THE SEATBELT RETRACTED! THE ONLY THING THAT SAVED MY WIFE WAS THE SEATBELT FOR A SEC AND HITTING THE STEERING WHEEL. THE ADJU... Read more
Crash
ENGINE
Jul 21, 2015
Incident date: Oct 28, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 15V2333000 (VISIBILITY) AND 14V562000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE PARTS NEEDED FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE REPA... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Jul 21, 2015
Incident date: Oct 28, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 15V2333000 (VISIBILITY) AND 14V562000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE PARTS NEEDED FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE REPA... Read more
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Jul 14, 2015
Incident date: Jul 11, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A CRACK ON THE WINDSHIELD. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS TURNED ON, IT BLEW WARM AIR AFTER APPROXIMATELY FIVE MINUTES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Jul 14, 2015
Incident date: Jul 11, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A CRACK ON THE WINDSHIELD. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS TURNED ON, IT BLEW WARM AIR AFTER APPROXIMATELY FIVE MINUTES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Feb 4, 2015
Incident date: Oct 31, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V562000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. T... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jan 16, 2015
Incident date: Oct 6, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V562000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. TH... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dec 23, 2014
Incident date: Dec 23, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V562000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REP... Read more
ENGINE
Dec 17, 2014
Incident date: Dec 17, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V562000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL R... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 31, 2014
Incident date: Oct 31, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCIER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V562000 (ENGINE). HOWEVER, THE NEEDED PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO INFORM WHEN THE PART WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NO... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Sep 16, 2014
Incident date: Aug 1, 2014
THE ISSUE FIRST PRESENTED ITSELF AS A FLASHING ALL WHEEL CONTROL INDICATOR LIGHT AT APPROXIMATELY 35,000 MILES WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY. IT WAS INITIALLY AN INTERMITTENT ISSUE THAT OCCURRED ONLY OCCASIONALLY. I ARRIVED HOME FROM MY TRIP AND WAS AT THE DEALERSHIP AT 36,200 MILES. THEIR SCANNER INDICAT... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Sep 16, 2014
Incident date: Aug 1, 2014
THE ISSUE FIRST PRESENTED ITSELF AS A FLASHING ALL WHEEL CONTROL INDICATOR LIGHT AT APPROXIMATELY 35,000 MILES WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY. IT WAS INITIALLY AN INTERMITTENT ISSUE THAT OCCURRED ONLY OCCASIONALLY. I ARRIVED HOME FROM MY TRIP AND WAS AT THE DEALERSHIP AT 36,200 MILES. THEIR SCANNER INDICAT... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Jun 4, 2014
Incident date: Jan 21, 2013
LETTER FROM SENATOR TOOMEY ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT RE 2011 MITSUBISHI (ATTN: ROBERT SIMPSON). *SMD ACCORDING TO THE INVOICES, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START, AND THE HEADLIGHTS WOULD NOT TURN OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER ON FOUR OCCASIONS. *JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 4, 2014
Incident date: Jan 21, 2013
LETTER FROM SENATOR TOOMEY ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT RE 2011 MITSUBISHI (ATTN: ROBERT SIMPSON). *SMD ACCORDING TO THE INVOICES, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START, AND THE HEADLIGHTS WOULD NOT TURN OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER ON FOUR OCCASIONS. *JB
ENGINE
Dec 2, 2013
Incident date: Oct 1, 2013
I OWN A MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION X GSR 2011. I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE ON FEBRUARY 2013 BRAND NEW. BY THE END OF SEPTEMBER 2013 (7 MONTHS) I HAD ABOUT 15,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE AND I STARTED EXPERIENCING A PROBLEM WITH THE ACCELERATION OF THE VEHICLE. THE GEAR WAS ENGAGING PROPERLY BUT THERE WAS... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 2, 2013
Incident date: Oct 1, 2013
I OWN A MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION X GSR 2011. I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE ON FEBRUARY 2013 BRAND NEW. BY THE END OF SEPTEMBER 2013 (7 MONTHS) I HAD ABOUT 15,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE AND I STARTED EXPERIENCING A PROBLEM WITH THE ACCELERATION OF THE VEHICLE. THE GEAR WAS ENGAGING PROPERLY BUT THERE WAS... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jun 5, 2013
Incident date: May 13, 2013
I GOT TO WORK AND PUT THE CAR IN PARK AND TURNED THE MOTOR OFF. A CO-WORKER SHOWED UP, I WAS TALKING TO HIM WHEN I HEARD A LOUD BANG, BY THE TIME I LOOKED THE DRIVER SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG DEPLOYED. I LIFTED MY ARM UP TO COVER MY FACE. IT BURNT MY LEFT SIDE ARM AND BRUISED MY FACE. *TR
1 injured
SEAT BELTS
Oct 18, 2012
Incident date: Oct 8, 2012
WENT TO PUT CHILD IN CAR SEAT AND THE SEATBELT WON'T RETRACT BACK. *TR
SEATS
Jun 4, 2012
Incident date: Jan 27, 2012
RENTED FROM HOTWIRE AT SAN JUAN AIRPORT. CAR RENTAL WAS HERTZ. WHILE REVERSING FROM PARKING SPOT AT HERTZ LOT, ROACHES CAME OUT OF DASHBOARD. I STOPPED AT THE OFFICE TO CHANGE CAR. AGENTS WERE NOT CONCERNED. I ASKED FOR ANOTHER CAR WITHOUT THE BUGS AND IT TOOK SOME TIME TO GET ANOTHER CAR. I INSPEC... Read more
STRUCTURE
Jun 4, 2012
Incident date: Jan 27, 2012
RENTED FROM HOTWIRE AT SAN JUAN AIRPORT. CAR RENTAL WAS HERTZ. WHILE REVERSING FROM PARKING SPOT AT HERTZ LOT, ROACHES CAME OUT OF DASHBOARD. I STOPPED AT THE OFFICE TO CHANGE CAR. AGENTS WERE NOT CONCERNED. I ASKED FOR ANOTHER CAR WITHOUT THE BUGS AND IT TOOK SOME TIME TO GET ANOTHER CAR. I INSPEC... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Feb 24, 2012
Incident date: Feb 18, 2012
BOUGHT THIS CAR BRAND NEW ONLY HAD IT A LITTLE OVER A MONTH,SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON,DEALER TOLD ME IT WAS MISFIRING AND FIXED. 2 WEEKS LATER SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AGAIN, CALLED AND MADE APPT. NEXT DAY I AM DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND HEAR A LOUD GRINDING NOISE,TRANSMISSION BLEW. AND T... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Oct 5, 2011
Incident date: May 31, 2011
AT 50 MILES PER HOUR WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED ,SERVICE BRAKE PEDAL SANK TO FLOOR AND VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP. THIS HAS HAPPEN ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS INTERMITTENTLY. *TR
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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER
2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 5 HB AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rollover Risk | 0.0% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | No |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 24.0 | 32.0 | 27.0 | Regular | $2,300 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (AV-S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 25.0 | 33.0 | 28.0 | Regular | $2,200 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 22.0 | 30.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,450 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic (AV-S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 30.0 | 26.0 | Regular | $2,350 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (AM6) (All-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 25.0 | 20.0 | Premium | $3,800 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER
179 manufacturer communications from 92 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 21 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 18 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 17 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 15 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 9 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 9 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 9 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 7 |
DEALER LETTER
Jul 21, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
TSB-23-22-001
Jul 21, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Technical Service Bulletin provides service manual corrections and additional information for the transaxle assembly removal and installation of the roll stopper bracket.
TSB-23-00-001
Apr 24, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more than 1.5 percent of the vehicle's gross veh
TSB-23-00-004
Apr 24, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
DEALER LETTER
Apr 21, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
TIN-23-66-001
Mar 7, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers and parts managers about possible causes after a customer complains that the engine will not start while using the remote start system.
TIN-23-66-001
Mar 7, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers and parts managers about possible causes after a customer complains that the engine will not start while using the remote start system.
TSB-11-66-001REV
Mar 7, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Technical Service Bulletin contains technical information and troubleshooting for the accessory Remote Engine Start system for affected vehicles.
TSB-11-66-001REV
Mar 7, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Technical Service Bulletin contains technical information and troubleshooting for the accessory Remote Engine Start system for affected vehicles.
TSB-23-11-001
Jan 12, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This TSB provides revisions to the Removal and Installation procedures for the rocker cover due to changes in the quantity of mounting bolts for vehicles equipped with 4B1 series engine. (Service Manual Revision)
TSB-22-54-003
Apr 7, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part.
TSB-22-54-003
Apr 7, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part.
TIN-21-13-001
Apr 9, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Technical Information Notice provides additional instructions to dealers when replacing the Valve Cover Gasket due to a customer concern of oil leaking.
TIN-20-00-007REV
May 21, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Technical Information Notice revises TIN-20-00-007 informing dealers TK Services has confirmed that pickup service has resumed for dealerships and customer facilities.
TT253
Nov 26, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-19-00-008
Jul 30, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label.
TSB-19-15-001
Jul 16, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This Bulletin updates the Intake and Exhaust section of the affected Service Manuals, to correct the exhaust manifold and turbocharger assembly removal and installation procedure.
TSB-19-13-003
Apr 25, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. The bulletin instructs dealers to confirm a list of specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) if vehicle experiences the following symptoms in cold weather: the check engine light illumi
TSB-19-13-003
Apr 25, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. The bulletin instructs dealers to confirm a list of specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) if vehicle experiences the following symptoms in cold weather: the check engine light illumi
TSB-19-34-003
Apr 23, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Rear Suspension section of the affected Service Manuals, to delete the requirement for an installation direction of the coil spring end of the shock absorber as
TSB-19-34-003
Apr 23, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Rear Suspension section of the affected Service Manuals, to delete the requirement for an installation direction of the coil spring end of the shock absorber as
TSB-19-54-010
Apr 23, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin provides dealers with a basic description of the hands-free systems used in Mitsubishi built vehicles. The bulletin covers components and operation, system layouts showing the diff
TSB-19-34-003
Apr 23, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Rear Suspension section of the affected Service Manuals, to delete the requirement for an installation direction of the coil spring end of the shock absorber as
TSB-19-54-010
Apr 23, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin provides dealers with a basic description of the hands-free systems used in Mitsubishi built vehicles. The bulletin covers components and operation, system layouts showing the diff
TSB1942B003
Mar 28, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Body section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout with DTC U0141.
TSB1942B003
Mar 28, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Body section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout with DTC U0141.
TSB1942B003
Mar 28, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Body section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout with DTC U0141.
TSB1942B003
Mar 28, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Body section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout with DTC U0141.
TSB1952B005
Mar 28, 2019
150000 SEAT BELTS
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout diagnostics with DTC U0141.
TSB1952B005
Mar 28, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout diagnostics with DTC U0141.
TSB1952B005
Mar 28, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout diagnostics with DTC U0141.
TSB1954008
Mar 28, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Chassis Electrical section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout diagnostics with DTC U0141.
TSB1954008
Mar 28, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Chassis Electrical section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout diagnostics with DTC U0141.
TSB-19-37-001
Feb 7, 2019
010000 STEERING
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Steering section of the affected Service Manuals to update the lubricant, sealant, special tools, and procedures used in replacement of the Tie Rod End
TSB-19-37-001
Feb 7, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Steering section of the affected Service Manuals to update the lubricant, sealant, special tools, and procedures used in replacement of the Tie Rod End
TSB-19-37-002
Feb 7, 2019
010000 STEERING
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Steering section of the affected Service Manuals to update the lubricant sealant, special tools, and procedures used in replacement of the Tie Rod End B
TSB-19-37-002
Feb 7, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Steering section of the affected Service Manuals to update the lubricant sealant, special tools, and procedures used in replacement of the Tie Rod End B
TSB-19-33-001
Jan 8, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Front Suspension section of the affected Service Manuals to update the special service tool used in replacement of the Lower Arm Ball Joint Dust Cover.
TSB-19-33-002
Jan 8, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Front Suspension section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the starting torque of the Lower Arm Ball Joint rotation.
TSB-19-42B-001
Jan 8, 2019
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. This bulletin instructs dealers how to re-register vehicle keys for affected vehicles. Affected vehicles may experience a condition of the door(s) inability to be locked or unlo
TSB-19-42B-001
Jan 8, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. This bulletin instructs dealers how to re-register vehicle keys for affected vehicles. Affected vehicles may experience a condition of the door(s) inability to be locked or unlo
TSB-18-11-001
Dec 20, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Engine section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the tightening torque for the Fastener Tightening Specifications and the oil pump chain's remo
TSB-18-16-001
Dec 20, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Engine Electrical section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the tightening torque for the generator assembly removal and installation.
TSB-18-32-001
Dec 20, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Power Plant Mount section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the tightening torque for the crossmember removal service points.
TSB-18-37-001
Dec 20, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Power Steering section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the tightening torque for the power steering gear box, power steering control unit (EP
TSB-18-51-001
Dec 20, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Exterior section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the tightening torque for the front bumper assembly and radiator grille, under cover and flo
TSB-18-52A-002
Dec 20, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Interior section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the tightening torque for the floor console assembly.
TSB-18-55-001
Dec 20, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Heater, Air Conditioning and Ventilation section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the tightening torque for the compressor assembly.
TSB-18-13-003
Dec 14, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. The bulletin instructs dealers to confirm a list of specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) if vehicle experiences the following symptoms in cold weather: the check engine light illumi
TSB-18-54-002
Jun 7, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. It provides dealers instructions for resolving customer's report that Bluetooth pairing code given by the Hands Free Link system does not work for certain smartphone models, namely, Sams
TSB-18-54-003
Jun 7, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. It provides dealers instructions for reprogramming the ETACS ECU with updated software to resolve the issue on certain vehicles experiencing dome light flickering when the vehicle's door
TSB-18-54-003
Jun 7, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. It provides dealers instructions for reprogramming the ETACS ECU with updated software to resolve the issue on certain vehicles experiencing dome light flickering when the vehicle's door
TSB-18-52A-001
Apr 24, 2018
151000 SEAT BELTS:FRONT
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. Customers may report the front seat belt fraying as a result of being caught under the seat reclining adjusting lever. This TSB instructs dealers how to replace the front seat belt and r
MEDICUpdate517
Feb 27, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them that an update for MEDIC will be available.
TT237
Feb 26, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
SRSSensorInvesti
Aug 18, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a letter sent to dealers, to inform them that the temporary investigation of Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Front Impact Sensors investigation has concluded.
TIN-17-23-001
Aug 17, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers, to detail the procedures required after replacing a Continuously Variable Transmission.
TSB-17-14-001
Feb 21, 2017
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
THIS IS A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, SENT TO DEALERS, PROVIDING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODIFYING THE WIRING HARNESS AND REPLACING THE RADIATOR AND/OR CONDENSER FAN MOTOR AND CONNECTORS, IN CASES WHERE AN INOPERATIVE FAN MAY BE CAUSED BY A MELTED
TSB-17-14-001
Feb 21, 2017
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
THIS IS A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, SENT TO DEALERS, PROVIDING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODIFYING THE WIRING HARNESS AND REPLACING THE RADIATOR AND/OR CONDENSER FAN MOTOR AND CONNECTORS, IN CASES WHERE AN INOPERATIVE FAN MAY BE CAUSED BY A MELTED
TSB-17-14-001
Feb 21, 2017
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
THIS IS A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, SENT TO DEALERS, PROVIDING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODIFYING THE WIRING HARNESS AND REPLACING THE RADIATOR AND/OR CONDENSER FAN MOTOR AND CONNECTORS, IN CASES WHERE AN INOPERATIVE FAN MAY BE CAUSED BY A MELTED
SRSINVNOV2016
Nov 22, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
THIS IS A COMMUNICATION SENT TO DEALERS REQUIRING THEIR ASSISTANCE WITH MMNA'S INVESTIGATION OF POTENTIALLY DEFECTIVE FRONT IMPACT SENSOR(S).
TSB-16-11-003
Nov 21, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
THIS IS A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN (TSB) THAT WAS SENT TO DEALERS. THIS TSB PROVIDES INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSPECTION OF OIL LEAKAGE FROM THE FRONT OIL SEAL ON THE CRANKSHAFT, AND IF CONFIRMED, TO REPLACE THE FRONT OIL SEAL. DEALERS ARE TO ALS
INVESTIGATIONRE
Aug 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
THIS IS A COMMUNICATION SENT TO DEALERS REQUESTING COOPERATION WITH MMNA'S INVESTIGATION OF POTENTIALLY DEFECTIVE FRONT IMPACT SENSOR(S).
TSB-16-22-001
Jul 8, 2016
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
THIS IS A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, SENT TO DEALERS, TO SUPERCEDE TSB−14−22−002, ISSUED JULY, 2014, TO REVISE SPECIFIC STEPS FOR SELECTING REPROGRAMMING DATA IN THE ?PROGRAM NEW TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM)? AND ?R
TSB-16-22-001
Jul 8, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
THIS IS A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, SENT TO DEALERS, TO SUPERCEDE TSB−14−22−002, ISSUED JULY, 2014, TO REVISE SPECIFIC STEPS FOR SELECTING REPROGRAMMING DATA IN THE ?PROGRAM NEW TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM)? AND ?R
TSB-16-54-001
Jan 11, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
THIS TSB INSTRUCTS THE DEALER TO UPDATE THE HFM (HANDS FREE MODULE) SOFTWARE TO IMPROVE THE BLUETOOTH? CONNECTION WITH IPHONE/IPOD/IPAD WHEN THE DEVICE IS CONNECTED TO WI‐FI. THIS UPDATE ADDRESSES UNSTABLE, REPEATEDLY CONNECTING AND D
TT218
Aug 28, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT218
Aug 28, 2015
100000 POWER TRAIN
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT218
Aug 28, 2015
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT218
Aug 28, 2015
130000 VISIBILITY
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT218
Aug 28, 2015
200000 WHEELS
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT-218
Aug 1, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
MITSUBISHI: INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING VARIOUS ISSUES AS POWER WINDOW ON DRIVER'S DOOR, A/C COMPRESSOR ISSUES, PISTON SCUFF, DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT OR INTAKE AND EXHAUST SYSTEM OR REPLACEMENT OF REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY. VARIOUS MODEL YEARS
TSB-15-54-004
Jul 29, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
This TSB contains troubleshooting steps for diagnosis of various customer complaints relating to the audio system speakers in Mitsubishi vehicles equipped with original equipment audio components.
TT217
Jul 22, 2015
020000 SUSPENSION
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT217
Jul 22, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT217
Jul 22, 2015
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT217
Jul 22, 2015
100000 POWER TRAIN
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT217
Jul 22, 2015
220000 SEATS
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-15-13-002
Mar 31, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, PROVIDED TO DEALERS, PROVIDES A FIELD FIX PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS FALSE MIL ILLUMINATION WITH DTC P2097 STORED IN THE ECM. TO MINIMIZE FALSE MIL ILLUMINATION, THIS SOFTWARE UPDATE OPTIMIZES THE TARGET A/F RATIO
TSB-15-13-002
Mar 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
MITSUBISHI 2011-2013 MODELS: TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN REVISED TSB-14-13-003 ISSUED JULY 2014. INFORMATION REGARDING ECM REPROGRAMMING FOR FALSE MIL ILLUMINATION WITH DTC P2097. *LJ
TSB-15-54-001
Feb 27, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, PROVIDED TO DEALERS, INSTRUCTS THE DEALER TO UPDATE THE HFM SOFTWARE THAT ALLOWS VOICE RECOGNITION TO COMPLETE BEFORE CONNECTION TO THE PHONE BEGINS, TO RECTIFY THE CONDITION WHERE THE HFM ATTEMPTS A BLUETOO
TSB-15-23-004
Feb 12, 2015
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, PROVIDED TO DEALERS, ADDS PROCEDURES FOR DISASSEMBLY, ASSEMBLY AND CLEANING TRANSMISSION COMPONENTS.
TSB-15-23A-002
Feb 3, 2015
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, PROVIDED TO DEALERS, CORRECTS THE HYDRAULIC PRESSURE SETTINGS AND UPDATES THE SPECIAL TOOLS USED IN THE CVT HYDRAULIC PRESSURE TEST IN THE INDICATED SERVICE MANUALS.
TSB-15-23A-002
Feb 3, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, PROVIDED TO DEALERS, CORRECTS THE HYDRAULIC PRESSURE SETTINGS AND UPDATES THE SPECIAL TOOLS USED IN THE CVT HYDRAULIC PRESSURE TEST IN THE INDICATED SERVICE MANUALS.
TSB-15-52A-001
Feb 3, 2015
150000 SEAT BELTS
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, PROVIDED TO DEALERS, PROVIDES THE CORRECT TORQUE SPECIFICATION FOR THE 2012 OUTLANDER SPORT SERVICE MANUAL. OTHER MODELS' SERVICE MANUALS ARE UPDATED WITH INFORMATION FOR THE OUTER SEAT BELT ON THE FRONT PAS
TSB-15-52A-001
Feb 3, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, PROVIDED TO DEALERS, PROVIDES THE CORRECT TORQUE SPECIFICATION FOR THE 2012 OUTLANDER SPORT SERVICE MANUAL. OTHER MODELS' SERVICE MANUALS ARE UPDATED WITH INFORMATION FOR THE OUTER SEAT BELT ON THE FRONT PAS
TSB-15-15-001
Jan 13, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN ADDS THE NON-REUSABLE PARTS INDICATION THAT WAS MISSING FROM THE SERVICE MANUAL FOR CERTAIN EXHAUST FASTENERS.
TSB1422005CUSTLE
Jan 1, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
THIS IS THE LETTER SENT TO OWNERS OF AFFECTED VEHICLES, INFORMING THEM THAT THE WARRANTY HAS BEEN EXTENDED FOR THE AWC HYDRAULIC UNIT ON THEIR VEHICLE. THERE IS POTENTIAL FOR THE ALL WHEEL CONTROL (AWC) HYDRAULIC UNIT AFFECTED VEHICLES TO C
TSB1422005CUSTLE
Jan 1, 2015
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
THIS IS THE LETTER SENT TO OWNERS OF AFFECTED VEHICLES, INFORMING THEM THAT THE WARRANTY HAS BEEN EXTENDED FOR THE AWC HYDRAULIC UNIT ON THEIR VEHICLE. THERE IS POTENTIAL FOR THE ALL WHEEL CONTROL (AWC) HYDRAULIC UNIT AFFECTED VEHICLES TO C
TIN-14-22-001
Dec 19, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
MITSUBISHI: LANCER/LANCER SPORTSBACK, RALLIART, AND LANCER EVOLUTION: WARRANTY HAS BEEN EXTENDED FOR VEHICLES THAT HAS BEEN AFFECTED FOR THE AWC HYDRAULIC UNIT FROM FAILURE DUE TO CORROSION. *LJ
TIN-14-22-001
Dec 19, 2014
340000 COMMUNICATION
MITSUBISHI: LANCER/LANCER SPORTSBACK, RALLIART, AND LANCER EVOLUTION: WARRANTY HAS BEEN EXTENDED FOR VEHICLES THAT HAS BEEN AFFECTED FOR THE AWC HYDRAULIC UNIT FROM FAILURE DUE TO CORROSION. *LJ
TSB-14-15-001
Aug 1, 2014
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
MITSUBISHI: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. DUE TO PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO ANTI-FREEZING AGENTS, FRONT EXHAUST PIPE SEAL RING MAY CORRODE, IN COLD WEATHER STATES, TO CLEAR ICE AND SNOW FROM ROADWAYS. *PE
TSB-14-15-001
Aug 1, 2014
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
MITSUBISHI: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. DUE TO PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO ANTI-FREEZING AGENTS, FRONT EXHAUST PIPE SEAL RING MAY CORRODE, IN COLD WEATHER STATES, TO CLEAR ICE AND SNOW FROM ROADWAYS. *PE
TSB-14-54-010
Jul 1, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
MITSUBISHI: CORRECTED INFORMATION REGARDING HEADLAMP RLEAY CIRCUIT IN VEHICLE SERVICE MANUALS. MODEL 2009-2014 OUTLANDER, LANCER, LANCER SPORTBACK, LANCER EVOLUTION. *PE
TSB-14-54-009
Jul 1, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
MITSUBISHI: UPDATED INFORMATION INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED FOR SUB HARNESS IN REPAIRING DRL FUNCTION OF HEAD LIGHT IN VEHICLE'S SERVICE MANUAL. MODEL 2008-2012 LANCER, SPORTBACK, EVOLUTION, OUTLANDER. *PE
TSB-14-13-002
Jun 1, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
MITSUBISHI: IF LOWER QUALITY FUEL IS USED, VEHICLES WOULD HAVE ENGINE STALLING OR ROUGH IDLE CONDITION AT LOW SPEEDS, PRIOR TO STOPPING OR STARTING, AND IS OPERATED, WITH AIR CONDITIONING ON, IN HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURE. AFFECTS PUERTO RIC
TSB-14-13-002
Jun 1, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
MITSUBISHI: IF LOWER QUALITY FUEL IS USED, VEHICLES WOULD HAVE ENGINE STALLING OR ROUGH IDLE CONDITION AT LOW SPEEDS, PRIOR TO STOPPING OR STARTING, AND IS OPERATED, WITH AIR CONDITIONING ON, IN HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURE. AFFECTS PUERTO RIC
TSB-14-54-007
Apr 1, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
MITSUBISHI: THIS BULLETIN IS AN INTRODUCTION TO MAPCARE AND THE MAP UPDATE PURCHASE FOR MITSUBISHI MULTI COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM. THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO MITSUBISHI MULTI ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM FOR THE 2014 AND LATER MIRAGE. INCLUDED IN THE MA
TSB-13-13-008
Nov 1, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
MITSUBISHI: SOME VEHICLES MAY DISPLAY AN ILLUMINATED MIL STATING TO SERVICE THE ENGINE SOON WITH DTCS STORED IN THE ECM MEMORY AND/OR REDUCED ENGINE PERFORMANCE. WATER MAY ACCUMULATE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE AIR CLEANER FROM SNOW BUILD UP. VE
TT201
Oct 11, 2013
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
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