2016 MITSUBISHI LANCER
2 recalls, 40 complaints - 110 TSBs - 4/5 safety rating
17V609000 Sep 29, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
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.
16V563000 Jul 28, 2016
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
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 vehicl... Read more
Consequence
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.
Complaint Statistics
40 total complaints
3 crashes 5 injuries 99 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | 14 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 4 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| ENGINE | 3 |
| VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 1 |
| TIRES | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 6, 2026
Incident date: Mar 24, 2026
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. Since then it has had issues over 20 miles and when I stop its a few seconds for the car to accelerate and move which is scary on... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 6, 2026
Incident date: Mar 24, 2026
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. Since then it has had issues over 20 miles and when I stop its a few seconds for the car to accelerate and move which is scary on... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 20, 2025
Incident date: May 24, 2025
Our home is situated on a blind curve, and the speed limit is 55 mph. When pulling out onto the road, adequate acceleration is necessary to merge with the traffic flow. The truck initially accelerates as expected, then stops accelerating before suddenly jerking forward. Occasionally, it takes seve... Read more
ENGINE
May 3, 2025
Incident date: Apr 2, 2025
While driving the vehicle on 01 May 2025, the car rapidly decelerated from over 60MPH to under 30 MPH in an instant. The car would not go over 30MPH. The power steering was off, the safety restraint was off, service transmission warning was on, engine light was on,low fuel indicator was on (I had ov... Read more
WHEELS
Feb 21, 2025
Incident date: Feb 20, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed hydraulic control unit. The contact was informed that the hydraulic control unit needed to be r... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Oct 7, 2024
Incident date: Oct 5, 2016
The contact owns a 2016 Ram 1500. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the ABS control module warning light and the braking system warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the ABS control module needed to be replaced. The dealer informed th... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 26, 2024
Incident date: Aug 1, 2024
The A/C in my 2016 Honda Pilot is blowing hot air. On my first visit to the dealer, dye was added to detect the leak at a cost of $422. Upon returning to the dealer a second time, the dealer replaced the A/C condenser at a cost of $1,075, which did not solve the problem. Upon returning to the dea... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 9, 2024
Incident date: Jul 18, 2024
I am [XXX] and have only ever owned manual transmission cars. I bought a 2024 GTI/Manual Transmission a few months ago. I also have a 2017 GTI Sport, 6MT. All purchased new. I was so used to the way the 2017 utilized hill hold and had not experienced a hill in my test drive before buying the car. ... Read more
Crash
SEAT BELTS
Aug 9, 2024
Incident date: Jul 18, 2024
My service airbag light is on
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 17, 2023
Incident date: Jul 15, 2023
Sunroof window exploded/shattered without cause while driving on highway
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 17, 2023
Incident date: Jul 15, 2023
I bought my car in Oct 2022 and it ran fantastic until this summer (July 2023) when it shut down while drive. The shop told me it was the crank shaft sensor. FIXED it. But that didn't fix the stalling issue. Had my car towed back in and they ran it, ran a lot of test on it. Finally they let it run f... Read more
SEATS
Jul 7, 2023
Incident date: Jul 6, 2023
The active headrest popped open without an accident and can't be reset due to broken internal tabs. Very dangerous if it happens while driving. It's like getting punched in the back of the head by a rock-em sock-em robot.
SERVICE BRAKES
May 28, 2023
Incident date: Dec 19, 2022
Repetitive phantom braking. Happens quite often. Three time today on the intestate. I had cruise control set at 71mph and without any vehicle or obstacles in the area the car hard breaked from 71 down to 40. I have it on video.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
May 28, 2023
Incident date: Dec 19, 2022
HCU / ABS module issues. Truck while driving has no cruise control my lights stay illuminated all the time, truck only has 57,000 miles and already repaired all 4 abs wheel speed censors, spent countless hours visibly checking all wires and fuses make sure no defects there. This could be a very dan... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 28, 2023
Incident date: Dec 19, 2022
HCU / ABS module issues. Truck while driving has no cruise control my lights stay illuminated all the time, truck only has 57,000 miles and already repaired all 4 abs wheel speed censors, spent countless hours visibly checking all wires and fuses make sure no defects there. This could be a very dan... Read more
TIRES
Apr 10, 2023
Incident date: Jul 14, 2022
VIOLATE NO HASSLE NO CLAIMS WARRANTY - GLA / ZR RATED TYRES NO TYRE CHAIN OF SELLING USELESS DEFECTIVE PRODUCT. OF SHRAPNEL AND TETANUS FILLED FROM NOW ON. OF ZINC OR LITHIUM GREASE PUSH PIN BUT METAL RIVETS. OTHER [XXX] 2013 GMC ALL WHEEL DRIVE IS JUST BIGGER TYRES OF HOW DO I ROTATE THESE? INFOR... Read more
Crash
3 injured
99 deaths
ENGINE
Dec 18, 2022
Incident date: Nov 20, 2022
Vehicle accelerates by it self
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 18, 2022
Incident date: Nov 20, 2022
Vehicle accelerates by it self
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Sep 12, 2022
Incident date: Sep 5, 2022
The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated while driving down his driveway at an undisclosed speed, he heard an abnormal popping sound coming from underneath the front end of the vehicle. The contact engaged the parking brake. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and r... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 31, 2022
Incident date: Aug 30, 2022
The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 50 MPH, the RPM increased from 2,000 to 5,000. Additionally, speedometer became inoperable, he brake was not working as designed, and the Service Transmission message was displayed. The vehicl... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 31, 2022
Incident date: Aug 30, 2022
The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 50 MPH, the RPM increased from 2,000 to 5,000. Additionally, speedometer became inoperable, he brake was not working as designed, and the Service Transmission message was displayed. The vehicl... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 18, 2022
Incident date: Mar 5, 2022
The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated he was not sure if any warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to safely pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to his r... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Mar 8, 2022
Incident date: Aug 27, 2017
The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would hesitate upon depression of the accelerator pedal without warning. The contact then stated that while at a complete stop, the vehicle stalled without warning. After multiple failed a... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 1, 2022
Incident date: Aug 10, 2021
It I not wanting to go or like ir catch gears
POWER TRAIN
Nov 28, 2021
Incident date: Nov 12, 2021
Car has 76,470 miles. Took to dealership due to loss of power and jerking hard during takeoffs and said that it needed new transmission. Dealership looked at it said it had internal failure codes for transmission. When doing research there was a recall in 2016 for this specific car for issues that t... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Nov 5, 2021
Incident date: Oct 8, 2021
I was driving on the way home, my car started to skip and jerking. Went to Mitsubishi and told me I needed a whole new transmission replacement on a 2016 Lancer with only 81,000 miles on it. It seemed to never catch up to speed smoothly. Which I was terrified I was going to wreck otw home that day.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 27, 2021
Incident date: Oct 25, 2021
Our 2016 lancer has suddenly started hesitating/ taking seconds to shift from park to reverse/drive. Also while driving vehicle its rpms fluctuate causing a shudder and surge in power or acceleration. This is a very alarming problem as it puts mine and my kids safety as it hesitates to shift and whi... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 27, 2021
Incident date: Oct 25, 2021
Our 2016 lancer has suddenly started hesitating/ taking seconds to shift from park to reverse/drive. Also while driving vehicle its rpms fluctuate causing a shudder and surge in power or acceleration. This is a very alarming problem as it puts mine and my kids safety as it hesitates to shift and whi... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Mar 29, 2021
Incident date: Mar 1, 2021
AUTOMATIC CVT TRANSMISSION BEGAN FAILING AT 60,000 MILES. TRANSMISSION FLUID WAS CHANGED AT 30K MILES, 55K MILES, 80K, AND 98,000 MILES. TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY FAILED AT 98,000 MILES. THIS IS DUE TO A MANUFACTURER DEFECT AND WE SHOULD NOT HAVE TO PAY FOR THIS OUT OF POCKET. PLEASE OPEN A RECALL. T... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 24, 2021
Incident date: Mar 24, 2021
WHEN I TRY TO ACCELERATE, THE CAR STARTS OUT REALLY SLOW. THERE IS A LOT OF JERKING AND ACCELERATION ISSUES. WHEN I TRY TO ACCELERATE, IT ACTS LIKE IT IS SHIFTED TO L, BUT THEN IT SPEEDS UP. THIS IS A CONSTANT ISSUE.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 7, 2021
Incident date: Mar 7, 2021
AS I WAS DRIVING IT IT SEEMS TO HESITATE ON ACCELERATING AFTER A FEW STOPS THE TRANSMISSION LIGHT WOULD COME ON FOR A LITTLE BIT THEN GO OFF. SAME WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. AS I WAS DRIVING IT TO WORK ON THE HIGHWAY.. IT SUDDENLY STARTED LOSING POWER AND I WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER AND PARK IT AT A... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Mar 7, 2021
Incident date: Mar 7, 2021
AS I WAS DRIVING IT IT SEEMS TO HESITATE ON ACCELERATING AFTER A FEW STOPS THE TRANSMISSION LIGHT WOULD COME ON FOR A LITTLE BIT THEN GO OFF. SAME WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. AS I WAS DRIVING IT TO WORK ON THE HIGHWAY.. IT SUDDENLY STARTED LOSING POWER AND I WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER AND PARK IT AT A... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 28, 2020
Incident date: May 20, 2020
THE CAR DOESNT CRANK AND WE HAVE TO WAIT LIKE 2 OR 3 MIN AND THEN WILL CRANK BUT STRUGGLING.
AIR BAGS
Jan 16, 2020
Incident date: Jan 11, 2020
ACCIDENT THAT RESULTED IN THE CAR BEING DECLARED TOTAL LOSS. THE CAR WAS HIT IN THE UPPER FRONT AND SIDE AREA OF DRIVERS SIDE. DURING THE ACCIDENT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. RESULTED IN INJURIES, OF COURSE. THE CAR WAS MAKING LEFT HANDED TURN FROM RESIDENTIAL AREA ONTO A BUSY MAIN STREET. AND THE ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
POWER TRAIN
Oct 9, 2019
Incident date: Mar 1, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MITSUBISHI LANCER. AFTER COMING TO A STOP, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. IN ADDITION, THE SERVICE TRANSMISSION WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE CONTACT ASSOCIATED THE FAILURE WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V5630... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 2, 2019
Incident date: Apr 10, 2019
THE LIGHT STATING TO SERVICE MY TRANSMISSION CAME ON. THE MAINTENANCE MILEAGE WAS WITHIN STATED PARAMETERS.SERVICE WAS COMPLETED, TRANSMISSION FLUID CHANGED. DROVE AWAY AND THE LIGHT TURNED ON. MY TRANSMISSION FAILED IN APRIL OF 2019.
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Apr 15, 2018
Incident date: Apr 5, 2018
I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY AT 65 MPH, WHEN I HEARD A VERY LOUD SOUND, LIKE A GUNSHOT, AND MY SUNROOF SHATTERED. THERE WAS NO ROCK OR IMPACT TO MY CAR, IT JUST SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED WITH GLASS RAINING EVERYWHERE. WHEN I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP, THEY TOLD ME IT WAS CLEAR THAT THERE WAS NO ROCK ... Read more
1 injured
POWER TRAIN
Apr 18, 2017
Incident date: Jan 10, 2017
I HAVE NOTICED AN ISSUE WITH MY CARS ACCELERATION FROM A 0 MILE PER HOUR STARTING POINT TO A 30 MPH. IT IS VERY SUDDEN AND RANDOM. IT HAS OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES FROM A STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT OR A STOP SIGN. THERE IS A SECOND TO AS LONG AS 4 SECOND HESITATION IN ACCELERATION. ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 24, 2017
Incident date: Mar 22, 2017
I HAVE BEEN DRIVING THIS CAR FOR A COUPLE OF MONTHS NOW AND EVERY ONCE IN A WHILE VERY RANDOMLY I EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF ACCELERATION COMPLETELY. IT HAPPENS AFTER A LONG PERIOD OF DRIVING AND WHEN I'M COMING UP TO A STOP SIGN AND GOING TO ACCELERATE AGAIN AFTER DOING RESEARCH ONLINE AND TAKING IT TO ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Mar 24, 2017
Incident date: Mar 22, 2017
I HAVE BEEN DRIVING THIS CAR FOR A COUPLE OF MONTHS NOW AND EVERY ONCE IN A WHILE VERY RANDOMLY I EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF ACCELERATION COMPLETELY. IT HAPPENS AFTER A LONG PERIOD OF DRIVING AND WHEN I'M COMING UP TO A STOP SIGN AND GOING TO ACCELERATE AGAIN AFTER DOING RESEARCH ONLINE AND TAKING IT TO ... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2016 MITSUBISHI LANCER
2016 Mitsubishi Lancer 4 DR AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Side Crash | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 3 / 5 ★★★☆☆ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 12.1% |
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, 2016 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 | 33.0 | 28.0 | Regular | $2,200 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (AV-S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 27.0 | 34.0 | 30.0 | Regular | $2,050 |
| 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) | 24.0 | 31.0 | 26.0 | Regular | $2,350 |
CO2 Emissions: 322.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 MITSUBISHI LANCER
110 manufacturer communications from 58 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 17 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 16 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 11 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 11 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 11 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 4 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 4 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 4 |
TSB-20-23-001RV4
Mar 25, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to diagnose and test drive vehicles exhibiting a shudder or surge condition possibly caused by poor reaction of the hydraulic pressure circuit.
TSB-20-23-001REV
Mar 4, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to diagnose and test drive vehicles exhibiting a shudder or surge condition possibly caused by poor reaction of the hydraulic pressure circuit.
TSB-24-23-001
Feb 14, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides the procedure for diagnostic trouble code and on-vehicle service for belt & pulley assembly on certain CVT models.
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-23-00-001
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.
TSB-23-23-004
Apr 24, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Technical Service Bulletin provides service manual corrections to the CVT maintenance procedure.
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-23-23-001
Jan 12, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This TSB provides the addition of Diagnostic Procedure for CVT Belt Check for vehicles equipped with CVT type F1CJC and W1CJC. (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.
TSB-22-23-001REV
Feb 3, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers directing them to diagnose and test drive customer vehicles with F1CJC/W1CJC (CVT-8) transmissions that may exhibit a shudder or surge condition possibly caused by a poor reaction of the h
TIN-21-00-004
Aug 24, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing them Owner Manuals (OM) are now available electronically beginning with Model Year 2015.
TIN-21-00-004
Aug 24, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing them Owner Manuals (OM) are now available electronically beginning with Model Year 2015.
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.
TSB-20-14-002
Aug 28, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This TSB instructs dealers a condition where the coolant temperature warning light illuminates and a coolant leak is found at the hose connection and to replace the old hose clamp with a countermeasure clamp and to replace the old water hos
TT-20-00-002
Aug 28, 2020
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
TSB-20-14-002
Aug 28, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This TSB instructs dealers a condition where the coolant temperature warning light illuminates and a coolant leak is found at the hose connection and to replace the old hose clamp with a countermeasure clamp and to replace the old water hos
TSB-20-14-002
Aug 28, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This TSB instructs dealers a condition where the coolant temperature warning light illuminates and a coolant leak is found at the hose connection and to replace the old hose clamp with a countermeasure clamp and to replace the old water hos
TSB-20-14-002
Aug 28, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This TSB instructs dealers a condition where the coolant temperature warning light illuminates and a coolant leak is found at the hose connection and to replace the old hose clamp with a countermeasure clamp and to replace the old water hos
TSB-20-23-001REV
Jun 22, 2020
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
This Technical Service Bulletin supersedes TSB-20-23-001, issued April, 2020, to update the Control Valve part number and MY 2020-2018 Outlander Sports with 2.4L engines.
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.
TSB-20-23-001
Apr 8, 2020
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Certain vehicles with F1CJC/W1CJC (CVT-8) transmissions may exhibit a shudder or surge condition possibly caused by poor reaction of the hydraulic pressure circuit. With continued driving under these conditions, the CVT belt may slip repeat
TSB-20-23-001
Apr 8, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Certain vehicles with F1CJC/W1CJC (CVT-8) transmissions may exhibit a shudder or surge condition possibly caused by poor reaction of the hydraulic pressure circuit. With continued driving under these conditions, the CVT belt may slip repeat
TSB-20-23-001
Apr 8, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Certain vehicles with F1CJC/W1CJC (CVT-8) transmissions may exhibit a shudder or surge condition possibly caused by poor reaction of the hydraulic pressure circuit. With continued driving under these conditions, the CVT belt may slip repeat
TSB-20-52B-001
Apr 8, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This TSB updates the Interior and Supplemental Restraint System sections of the affected Service Manuals to update the Side Airbag Replacement Procedure. These changes are being made because the Side Airbag Module is now available as a sing
TSB-20-52B-001
Apr 8, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
This TSB updates the Interior and Supplemental Restraint System sections of the affected Service Manuals to update the Side Airbag Replacement Procedure. These changes are being made because the Side Airbag Module is now available as a sing
TSB-20-52B-001
Apr 8, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This TSB updates the Interior and Supplemental Restraint System sections of the affected Service Manuals to update the Side Airbag Replacement Procedure. These changes are being made because the Side Airbag Module is now available as a sing
TSB-20-31-001
Feb 3, 2020
190000 TIRES
This bulletin advises that tire chains are NOT approved for use on any 2016 - 2020 Mitsubishi vehicle.
TSB-20-31-001
Feb 3, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin advises that tire chains are NOT approved for use on any 2016 - 2020 Mitsubishi vehicle.
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.
TSB1923005
May 16, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Automatic Transaxle section of the affected Service Manuals, to correct the torque converter pressure in the standard hydraulic pressure table.
TSB1927002
May 16, 2019
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Rear Axle section of the affected Service Manuals, to correct the quantity of rear differential gear oil used.
TSB1927002
May 16, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Rear Axle section of the affected Service Manuals, to correct the quantity of rear differential gear oil used.
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-19-25-001
Apr 23, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Propeller Shaft section of the affect Service Manuals, to correct the propeller shaft assembly removal procedure.
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-19-25-001
Apr 23, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Propeller Shaft section of the affect Service Manuals, to correct the propeller shaft assembly removal procedure.
TSB-19-25-001
Apr 23, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Propeller Shaft section of the affect Service Manuals, to correct the propeller shaft assembly removal procedure.
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-19-37-002
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-19-42B-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-18-16-001
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-18-37-001
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-18-13-003
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.
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-17-23-002
Apr 18, 2017
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
This is a Technical Service Bulletin, sent to dealers, to provide instructions for diagnosing and test driving vehicles with shudder/surge condition and/or DTC.
TSB-16-51-001
Oct 4, 2016
135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN INSTRUCTS DEALERS HOW TO REMOVE THE POSITIONING CLIP FROM THE DOOR MIRROR ASSEMBLY, AND HOW TO PROPERLY REINSTALL THE DOOR MIRROR ASSEMBLY, IN CASE OF WIND NOISE WHILE DRIVING AT HIGH SPEEDS, DUE TO INCORRECT
TSB-16-42B-004
May 26, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
THIS IS A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, THAT WAS SENT TO DEALERS, REGARDING REVISIONS TO THE BODY REPAIR MANUAL.
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.
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.
TSB1500005
Jun 9, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Service Bulletin, sent to dealers, provides general Pre-Delivery Inspection procedures for 2016 model year vehicles (except i-MiEV).
TT195
Mar 5, 2013
010000 STEERING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT195
Mar 5, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT195
Mar 5, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT195
Mar 5, 2013
200000 WHEELS
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TTIndex12
Mar 5, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012.
TT194
Feb 6, 2013
010000 STEERING
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT194
Feb 6, 2013
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT194
Feb 6, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT194
Feb 6, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT194
Feb 6, 2013
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-13-42A-002
Jan 29, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
TT193
Jan 15, 2013
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT193
Jan 15, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
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