Structure Related Problems of the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer

Table 1 shows three common structure related problems of the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. The number one most common problem is related to the body (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the frame and members (two problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Mitsubishi Lancer

Problem Category Number of Problems
Body problems
3
Frame And Members problems
2
Frame Rust problems
1

Recently reported Structure problems of the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer

The Body problem

Was not aware of this new recall in July 2020 a detached front control arm may make you lose control of the car . My 17 year old daughter lost control of her car because the right side tire started to shake and the steering wheel locked up and she was unable to control car and wrecked on 6/26/2020   Read details...

The Frame And Members problem

The contact owns a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated while the vehicle was having a routine oil change at the dealer, the mechanic stated that rear crossmember bar was rusted and needed to be replaced.   Read details...

The Frame Rust problem

Subframe has rusted and corroded to the point that the dealer has suggested I tow the vehicle home, stating I am a pothole away from a major safety issue and it structurally falling apart. This is a issue that is under recall for up to 07 Lancers that needs to be extended to include mine and others   Read details...


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