Having nothing but problems can't drive more than 20 minutes on the freeway or else my car starts making a weird noise and loses power shifting at high rpms
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer engine problems
27 complaints (28% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 70,000.
- owner complaints
- 27
- of this car's complaints
- 28%
- typical mileage
- 70,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
Owners did not name a specific part.
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Mitsubishi Lancer engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer engine
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys
- What is wrong
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Lancer, 2008-2012 Outlander, 2010-2012 Lancer Sportback, and 2011-2012 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with either a 4B11 or 4B12 engine. The drive belt automatic tensioner flange may crack, allowing the accessory drive belt to detach.
- Risk
- If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the belt tensioner with one that has an improved shape, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1‑888‑648‑7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-001.
Recall number 18V069000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys
- What is wrong
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Lancer, Lancer Evolution, and Outlander; 2009-2011 Lancer Sportback, Lancer Rilliart, and Lancer Sportback Ralliart; and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles. The affected vehicles, manufactured with 4B1 engines, have an engine pulley and belt arrangement for turning the alternator, the cooling fan and the power steering pump (if equipped). These pulleys may experience unusual wear and allow for belt detachment.
- Risk
- If the drive belt detaches, the battery may discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive belt with a rubber belt. Drive pulleys that are excessively worn will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1‑888‑648‑7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-009.
Recall number 14V562000 · Recall details
What 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 mitsubishi lancer. The contact stated that the vehicle would stall and overheat while driving various speeds without warning. The contact took the vehicle back to the independent mechanic from where it was purchased. The mechanic gave her a $200 reimbursement towards the repair of the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to another independent mechanic where she was informed that the vehicle needed a new catalytic converter. The vehicle was repaired, but the failures recurred soon after, including shaking and jerking without warning. The contact took the vehicle to another mechanic where she was informed that the vehicle needed an entire new engine. The contact discovered that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 18v069000 (engine and engine cooling), 14v562000 (engine and engine cooling), and 12e012000 (exterior lighting). The contact had not taken the vehicle to a dealer to have the recalls repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the recalls or the failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 167,000.
I went to a recall service for sunroof and drive belt on april 09,2018.today, after one year I'm waiting yet for the mitsubishi call because the parts was unavailable, so they ordered them. I called many times, they said the drive belt arrived but not the sunroof. They have the drive belt and did not call me to install it. My A/C compressor stop working, I'm not sure but somebody told that this drive belt and A/C compressor works together. Today I received a postal letter from mitsubishi to warning about the sunroof again. One year ago I went with the car for inspection and I still waiting
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 mitsubishi lancer. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the blower failed and the front wind shield could not be defrosted. The contact also indicated that while idling, the engine rpms would fluctuate and the engine would appear to be stalling. In addition, the vehicle would not accelerate properly from a standing start. The cause of the failures were not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000.
2009 mitsubishi lancer. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle drive belt system issues. *smd the consumer stated a recall was issued for the exact problem he experienced. The vehicle stalled and had to be towed. Recall # 14v562000.
I took my vehicle into cutrubus mitsubishi dealer in layton, ut to have my car maintenanced for recalled parts on 11 august 2015, which was the earliest appointment they had available after recall notification. Took vehicle in at 08:00 and the service department stated that the car could not be determined if it was one of the defected vehicles until 12:00 that day. When asked if I could get a loan vehicle in order to go back to work, cutrubus dealer denied. They also stated if my car had the defective parts it could take 48 hours to fix my vehicle and still denied a loaner vehicle. I could not leave my car to have the safety recall fixed due to being active duty in the air force and being a single parent, I can not go without a vehicle. The manager was notified and I spoke with mitsubishi manufacturer and they stated they are not responsible for supplying a loaner vehicle but it would be up to the dealership if they wanted to or not. I have concerns since this is a safety recall.
Slow down light comes on going 75 for about 30 minutes on highway. Then the car has a whining noise then loses acceleration and power steering while driving. This is very dangerous.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 mitsubishi lancer. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 14v532000 (engine) and 15v232000 (electrical system); however, the parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The VIN was unavailable. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 mitsubishi lancer. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v562000 (engine and engine cooling) and stated that the part needed was unavailable to perform the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
2009 mitsubishi lancer. Consumer writes in regards to recall parts not available.
Questions about the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer engine
Does the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer have engine problems?
Owners have filed 27 complaints about the engine of the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, 28% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer engine problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 70,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer engine?
Yes, 2 recalls: 18V069000, 14V562000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Mitsubishi Lancer have bad engine?
The Mitsubishi Lancer model years with the most engine complaints are 2009 (27 complaints), 2002 (22 complaints) and 2010 (21 complaints).
Other 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer problems
Electrical 19Brakes 16Transmission 14Lights 13Airbags 8Body 6Suspension 6Acceleration 5Seat belts 5Visibility 4Fuel system 2Tires 2Driver assistance 1Steering 1Wheels 1
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