2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportsback

Owner complaints

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Latest complaints

• Dec 15, 2014OH51,000 mi
  Engine · Steering
  TL* the contact owns a 2011 mitsubishi lancer sportsback. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the service engine light illuminated and the vehicle vibrated while turning the steering wheel. The contact had to exert excessive force in order to maneuver the steering wheel. The…

  TL* the contact owns a 2011 mitsubishi lancer sportsback. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the service engine light illuminated and the vehicle vibrated while turning the steering wheel. The contact had to exert excessive force in order to maneuver the steering wheel. The contact stated that nhtsa campaign number: 14v562000 (engine and engine cooling) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The dealer advised that the part needed was not available for repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 51,000.

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 10240443This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
• 10235609This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
• 10235608This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more than 1.5 percent of the vehicle's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or 100 lbs.
• 10235606This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
• 10211530This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part.
• 10170852This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
• 10170107This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10170106This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10170104This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10170103This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10170102This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10170101This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10170100This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10170099This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012.
• 10170097This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10170096This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10170087This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10170086This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10170074This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10170071This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10170070This TSB contains troubleshooting steps for diagnosis of various customer complaints relating to the audio system speakers in Mitsubishi vehicles equipped with original equipment audio components.
• 10169006This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10163703This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label.
• 10130469This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10130468This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them that an update for MEDIC will be available.
• 10057905Mitsubishi 2011-2013 models: technical service bulletin revised tsb-14-13-003 issued july 2014. Information regarding ecm reprogramming for false mil illumination with dtc p2097.
• 10057205Mitsubishi: lancer/lancer sportsback, ralliart, and lancer evolution: warranty has been extended for vehicles that has been affected for the awc hydraulic unit from failure due to corrosion.
• 10056653Mitsubishi: see document search button for owner letter. Due to prolonged exposure to anti-freezing agents, front exhaust pipe seal ring may corrode, in cold weather states, to clear ice and snow from roadways.
• 10056334Mitsubishi: updated information instructions provided for sub harness in repairing drl function of head light in vehicle's service manual. Model 2008-2012 lancer, sportback, evolution, outlander.
• 10056332Mitsubishi: corrected information regarding headlamp rleay circuit in vehicle service manuals. Model 2009-2014 outlander, lancer, lancer sportback, lancer evolution.
• 10056298Mitsubishi: if lower quality fuel IS used, vehicles would have engine stalling or rough idle condition at low speeds, prior to stopping or starting, and IS operated, with air conditioning on, in high ambient temperature. Affects puerto rico only. Model 2011-2013 outlander sport, 2011-2014 lancer, lancer sportback.
• 10055619Mitsubishi: this bulletin IS an introduction to mapcare and the map update purchase for mitsubishi multi communications system. This does not apply to mitsubishi multi entertainment system for the 2014 and later mirage. Included in the mapcare update are: lancer, lancer sportback, lancer evolution, outlander, and outlander sport/rvr model year 2014. Map updates for purchase include: lancer/ lancer evolution model years 2008-2013. Lancer sportback model years 2009-2013. Outlander model years 2007-2013. Outlander sport/rvr model years 2001-2013, endeavor model years 2007-2011, galant model years 2007-2012, i-miev model years 2012-2013.
• 10054656Mitsubishi: see document search button for owner letter. An improper permitted torque threshold can cause a false malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination due to electrc throttle valve (etv) fluctuations to exceed permitted torque at low engine speeds. The ecm needs reprogramming. Model 2008-2014 lancer evolution, 2009-2014 lancer rae, 2009-2011 lancer sportback.
• 10054444Mitsubishi: some vehicles may display an illuminated mil stating to service the engine soon with dtcs stored in the ecm memory and/or reduced engine performance. Water may accumulate at the bottom of the air cleaner from snow build up. Vehicles also include model: lancer model years 2008-2015 and model lancer sportback model years 2009-2015.
• 10053650Mitsubishi: information concerning an update of the service manual involving instructions for the removal and installation of the ABS and asc hydraulic unit. Also incuded lancer 2008-2014, lancer sportback 2009-2014, outlander, and sport/rvr 2011-2014. Updated 12/16/13.
• 10053566Mitsubishi motors: improvements made to the service manual in reference to fastener tightening torque specifications. Models include outlander my2007-2014, outlander sport/rvr 2011-2014, lancer 2008-2014, lancer evolution 2008-2014, and lancer sportback 2009-2014. Updated 12/16/13.
• 10046519Mitsubishi: on some vehicles, an active stability control (asc) steering wheel sensor has been installed, replacing original sensor. New sensor not to be rotated before installation. Models 2007-12 outlander, 2008-11 lancer evolution, 2010-12 lancer/lancer sportback & galant, 2008-12 eclipse/eclipse spyder, 2004-11 endeavor.
• 10044479Mitsubishi: while in production, front axle nut was changed from castellated type to flanged type with staked collar.

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