2004 Mitsubishi Lancer Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 4%of 80 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 44,367miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the body and structure of the 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, 4% of the 80 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 44,367 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Just left a auto car wash and within about two minutes smoke rises from the center floor console. I pulled into a nearby gas station about a block away. Parked away from the pumps. Demanded a fire extinguisher from the attendant. Returned to the car as flames just started to erupt from the console . The dry chemical extinguisher made quick work of the fire. I don't think between the smell & sight of smoke and putting out the fire five minutes elapsed. I think the wiring must have shorted. The cigarette lighter never worked. …”
NHTSA complaint #10464548, filed 2012-07, 113,650 miles“1. After driving vehicle for an hour or less (depending on atmospheric conditions) a spark/static discharge occurs between the external metal surface of the vehicle and the first occupant exiting vehicle. 2. This could potentially ignite fumes when the vehicle is refueling or in presence of other flammable gases/materials. Also potential could cause spark between the gas tank door and gas station fuel nozzle. This is as much of a danger as an annoyance due to the static discharge/spark is very strong. I do not experience this in other vehicles. 3. …”
NHTSA complaint #10141979, filed 2005-11, 44,367 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10235609Apr 24, 2023This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
- 10170852Jan 29, 2013This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
- 10170097Jan 15, 2013This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 | 17% |
| 2016 | 2 | 7% |
| 2015 | 2 | 9% |
| 2014 | 3 | 19% |
| 2012 | 1 | 5% |
| 2011 | 4 | 12% |
| 2010 | 1 | 2% |
| 2009 | 6 | 6% |
| 2008 | 10 | 11% |
| 2006 | 5 | 14% |
| 2005 | 2 | 8% |
| 2004 | 3 | 4% |
| 2003 | 13 | 7% |
| 2002 | 7 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
22 complaintsAir bags
19 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsEngine cooling
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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