Mitsubishi Lancer engine problems by year
70 NHTSA owner complaints name the engine across 10 Lancer model years. The most reported year is 2009 with 22 reports.
| Year | Engine reports | Share | Median mileage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Lancer | 3 | 10% | — | |
| 2015 Lancer | 4 | 17% | — | |
| 2011 Lancer | 8 | 24% | — | |
| 2010 Lancer | 13 | 25% | — | |
| 2009 Lancer | 22 | 22% | — | |
| 2008 Lancer | 13 | 14% | — | |
| 2005 Lancer | 1 | 4% | — | |
| 2004 Lancer | 1 | 1% | — | |
| 2003 Lancer | 2 | 1% | — | |
| 2002 Lancer | 3 | 2% | — |
Share is the fraction of that year’s complaints naming the engine. Raw counts are not adjusted for sales volume — years that sold more units naturally accumulate more reports.