2008 Mitsubishi Lancer vs 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 91 | 98 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 101 | 107 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24 | 20–25 |
| Median reported mileage | 87,500 mi | 76,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mitsubishi Lancer | Mitsubishi Lancer |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 13 | 22 |
| Suspension | 23 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 19 |
| Power Train | 11 | 14 |
| Structure | 10 | 6 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 8 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 13 |
| Steering | 12 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 13 | 7 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.