Suspension Problems of Mitsubishi Lancer - part 1

I was driving down the road and spun out of control because my rack and pinion steering inner and outer tie rod snapped in half, because of rust from salt water and corrosion on the metal, resulting in my loss of control and front passenger wheel turned 90 degrees inward and nearly ripped the front tire off and under the car, brought the car home and inspected it tthoroughly, and saw the immediate problem.

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The subframe on a 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer with 57,000 miles on it has rusted and cracked. This seems identical to NHTSA campaign number: 20v-279 but this year/make is not covered under recall. I have pictures and a video taken by conrad's as they are doing the replacement. I attached the photos but the video is to large, so here is a link https://photos. App. Goo. Gl/aky1tzhf6sxrsjfs7.

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The contact owns a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated while her daughter was driving 45 mph, the vehicle began to roll out of the road and she was unable to steer back into the road. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle rolled over into a ditch. The contact stated no air bags deployed. The contact stated the driver hit her head and sought medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not drivable and was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The VIN was associated with NHTSA campaign number: 20v279000 (structure, suspension). The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 116,000.

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The contact owns a 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated while driving from a complete stop, she heard abnormal loud grinding sounds coming from underneath the front passenger side of the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure had been occurring increasingly. Additionally, the contact stated that her mother informed her that she had seen a part hanging underneath the front passenger side of the vehicle. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact the contact that she would need to take the vehicle to their location for recall repair under NHTSA campaign number: 16v458000 (suspension). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 164,550.

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Our car crashed after getting off the highway in NJ. This appears to be related to safety recall report 20v-279. The cross member has completely rusted and the driver side control arm came off, crashing the car and severely damaging the car, with loss of control. I have contacted Mitsubishi motors but have received no response from them. There was no warning sign, and the car was on the highway at highway speeds before an exit ramp was taken when the car crashed.

When doing routine repair on the control arms, it was noted that there is a ginormous rust hole in the subframe where the control arm connects to aforementioned subframe.

The faulty control arm issue was repaired in 2017. When I went in for a front end alignment on 9/14/2021 they noticed that the control arms were rusting through. I live in wisconsin and noticed that there is a recall on 2007 Lancers for a similar problem where the control arms were not replaced with zinc coated control arms for protection from anti icing agents used on the roads. Does this recall extend to the 2003 Lancers. 09/14/.

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The vehicle's right front lower control arm is no longer secured to it's inner rear mounting location at the front crossmember. This condition allows for unintended movement of the right front wheel and was caused by structural failure of the front crossmember at the control arm to chassis attachment point due to corrosion exactly as described in sr-20-003rev_2. Sr-20-003rev_2 only applies to certain earlier model year vehicles of the same type and design (lancer model years 2008-2010). Later model years 2011-2015 are not mentioned in sr-20-003rev_2. The subject of this complaint is a 2013 Lancer evolution. Sr-20-003rev_2 should be expanded to include newer model year vehicles as the remaining fleet continues to age and deteriorate. A Mitsubishi dealer has confirmed the problem. Repair estimate out of pocket cost exceeds $5500. 00 (replacement parts plus 25 hours labor). The vehicle is now considered unsafe to operate on public roads and must be towed away from the dealer.

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The contact owns a 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, the traction control warning light illuminated before the vehicle made a sharp right turn and became difficult to steer. The vehicle was taken to a nearby independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the subframe was fractured due to excessive corrosion. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The local dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 123,000.

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I heard a clunking noise. Parked and found rotten parts on tire. Mechanic said it cannot be fixed. Everything rotted. Needs whole new frame. We could have been killed. Thank god I was close to home. Now I have nothing but an existing car loan for it.

Tl the contact owns a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20v279000 (structure, suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called sunnyside Mitsubishi (7630 pearl rd, middleburg heights, OH 44130; (440) 243-7711) where it was confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Upon inspection of the undercarriage in the rear, areas of severe corrosion has developed underneath the rear on the aluminum subframe bar that holds the rear differential and other suspension components in place such as the rear differential & lateral control bars that can surely compromise the cars ability to drive if unnoticed. Additionally the fuel lines along the gas tank, as well surrounding surfaces on the driver side rear, have developed noticeable corrosion as well that is also proving to be a large area of concern. I am certainly concerned for my safety when operating this and the vehicles road worthiness because of these areas. This vehicle is by no means heavily modified at all, the vehicle is never operated beyond its limitations/aggressively as it's always been great for me as is, and it resembles exactly the way it did when it left the factory. Sourcing original and dot approved replacement parts has become very difficult and it leaves me at a standstill. Please if there isn't some kind of road worthy directive in regards to this I believe there should be because it can certainly compromise safety for driver in command as well as other drivers on the roads. To whom it may concern and whomever reading this, I hope my information came off clear and is considered. I greatly appreciate you taking the time observe this and making a prominent decision. I can provide additional photos and videos upon request as well. Thank you for your time.

Sub frame is bad on the car. Had 3 different mechanics look and state unsafe to drive. Called Mitsubishi motors and dealership multiple times no resolution. . .

Tl- the contact owns a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph when the steering wheel suddenly turned upside down while attempting to go straight. The contact stated they were able to pull over to the side of the road. The contact had the vehicle towed to a certified mechanic who informed the contact that the front crossmember rusted completely through near the driver side of the vehicle, as well as, needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and they informed the contact that the recall, NHTSA campaign id number: 16v458000 (suspension), was for years 2002-2007 not 2008 like the contact's vehicle was not under a recall. The approximate failure mileage was 168,000. Gl.

There has no been an incident yet. The vehicle rattles in the front end, exactly where the recalled part is at. I took it to the licensed dealership that I was told was qualified to replace the part and they refused to replace it claiming that the vehicle is too rusty and they don't want to lift it up on the air. I had just had 4 new tires put on it recently and they used a car lift without any issues. I would like the part replaced because now I'm worried about the defect causing a serious accident if it is not replaced. The reason it is being recalled is because it is prone to rust and may deteriorate over time and that is exactly what is happening and they refuse to fix it.

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Rear frame rails rust close to points where the rear subframe is bolted on. Insufficient sealant/coating causes rust damage that can lead to structural weakness.

Rear chassis member (a frame rail) corroded close to the point where rear subframe is connected. It is now a safety concern to drive the vehicle as any significant impact may cause the rear suspension to detach. There was already a recall on rust of the front subframe however it seems that the problem is in inadequate undercarriage protection.

Tl the contact owns a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. While driving approximately 25 mph and attempting to turn, the crossmember on the driver's side fractured. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The dealer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.

Rear subframe where the rear differential and suspension bolts onto is rusted, just like the front subframe . Many owners 2003-2006 Mitsubishi Lancer evolution owners are having this same issue. Mitsubishi recently issued a recall on the front subframe due to rust. The rear subframe is also a concern and is worst than the front.

Failed nys inspection due to severe corrosion at the front subfram under 90,000 miles.

While driving on back street the car started pulling dramatically to the left. On further inspection it was noticed that where the wheel connects to the subframe there was excessive rot the point the wheel was no longer attached at the bottom of the subframe. Contacted Mitsubishi. They said the Lancer (and other models) had a recall on excessive subframe rot but only years 2002 to 2007 for the Lancer. Mine being 2008 is not recalled. I will have to pay for repairs $2000. This is a huge safety issue as the subframe holds the wheels on, and the engine in place and it had a catistropic failure which could have easily resulted in loss of control and loss of life. I was not notified of this or I could have informed my mechanic to carefully look for subframe rot (most inspections are just by site). Had anyone hit this subframe with a hammer they would have seen it was dissintegrating. The car does look like its recalled in canada " transport canada recall 2016317, which was issued on June 21, 2016. The recall involves 64,305 Mitsubishi outlander and Lancer models manufactured between 2003 and 2013. " Mitsubishi customer relations has informed me today that I will be responsible for the repair. This is not right. Failure of a subframe is a very rare event. Its clear this subframe has the same exact problem as the Lancers built the year before. The outlander also has the exact same subframe. The dealer has my subframe in stock because its exactly the same as the outlander (which is covered). I am hoping they realize that not informing customers of this dangerous situation could result in possible loss of life. Informing the Lancer owners up to 2013 (as they did in canada) could save lives.

Tl-the contact owns a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated that the vehicle was pulling to one side, and the tires were worn down. The vehicle was taken to firestone were they diagnosed that the cross member needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number 16v458000 (suspension) and were unable to provide anymore assistance. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 148,000. Am.

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Tl the contact owns a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated that the crossmember beams were rusted through. The vehicle was taken to max matson Mitsubishi dealer located at 3990 ogden Ave, aurora, IL 60504, where the vehicle was repaired at the owner's expense. The contact later received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20v279000 (structure, suspension). The contact stated that the manufacturer declined to provide a reimbursement because the repairs were over two years old. The failure mileage was 116,727.

Takats recall . Manufacturer recall numbersr-16-003.

The contact owns a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. While driving 5 mph, an abnormal noise was heard while the front driver's tire faced the opposite direction. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the cross member subframe was corroded, fractured, and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to NHTSA. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.

At 50 km/h, when turning the steering wheel to the left of 90 degree, the vehicle was not turning and going straight forward. Some sound of tire-metal was being heard from the front left wheel. With someone outside, we were seeing at low speed that the wheel was rotating off axis and even touching the car body. After being towing to a canadian tire, the technician mentioned that the cross member was so rotten it was actually breaking in two parts and it was so dangerous, he could not let me go without part replacement. The mechanic technician told me that other Lancer had the problem even a 2009 Lancer. They referred me to the transport canada recall # 2016317, however this one is only for Lancer 2003 to 2006 (and also outlanders). Note that my problem was the same car part as the recall mentioned above. I called the dealer ship to verify the cross member car part vs the older model and the part number was different. I'm wondering how different from 2003 to 2006 the cart part is! they also mentioned that Dodge caliber has the same car part in problem with extended warranty. I found this article related to this https://Chrysler. Oemdtc. Com/457/front-and-rear-crossmember-corrosion-x69-warranty-extension-2008-2012-Dodge-caliber-Jeep-compasspatriot/2.

Son was driving vehicle rear ended a vehicle, at 35 mph, rolled Mitsubishi 8 to 9 times, sled on roof about 50 feet before coming to a stop up side down. Airbags never deployed. Not even when the tow truck flipped car right side up.

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I received a recall notice for my vehicle January 2017. I've been trying to make an appointment at transittowne Mitsubishi at 7428 transit rd. Williamsville, n. Y. 14221. They do not answer their phone or emails.

The contact owns a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v458000 (suspension). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

The contact owns a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 16v458000 (suspension) in August. After contacting the dealer and the manufacturer on multiple occasions, the contact was informed that the parts needed for the recall remedy were still not available and no estimated time for receiving the parts could be provided. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

The contact owns a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. While driving approximately 30 mph, the cross member and k frame fractured. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The vehicle was placed on a lift, inspected the vehicle, and diagnosed that there was extensive rust and corrosion. The dealer indicated that the parts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was left at the dealer. The contact was waiting on a response from the manufacturer to determine if the contact would approve the dealer's repair. The VIN was excluded from a manufacturer recall. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

The contact owns a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 mph and while making a right turn, the driver side tie rod suddenly fractured rendering the vehicle not drivable. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 193,200.

The contact owns a 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v458000 (suspension). The part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

The contact owns a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v458000 (suspension); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

The contact owns a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v458000 (suspension); 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. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.