2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 12%of 51 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 81,250miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the visibility of the 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer, 12% of the 51 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 81,250 miles. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
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.
“After about 6 weeks use, sun visors in my new 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer malfunction during use, drifting downward obstructing forward vision. Visors were replaced at dealer. After 4 to 6 weeks, again the new visors drift downward when in use, obstructing vision. When driving toward the sun, driver must have one hand holding the visor in position and other hand on steering wheel - dangerous to shift gears or use turn signals. At this point Mitsubishi seems uninterested in fixing the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10359990, filed 2010-10, 2,500 miles“The contact owns a 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. While driving various speeds, the windshield wipers failed to operate without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred several times. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10946463, filed 2017-01, 160,000 miles“2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle fails emissions due to service engine warning light indicates catalytic converter/sensor circuit slow response malfunction also passenger windows and key fob battery problems. The consumer stated the dealer advised that the 02 sensors and the catalytic converter needed to be replaced. The passenger's window was inoperable. The rear passenger window was slow to open. The key fob also is inoperable. Updated 06/21/2017”
NHTSA complaint #10909213, filed 2017-06“The contact owns a 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. While driving highway speeds, the sun roof assembly fractured without warning. There were no injuries. The manufacturer was notified. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was not available.”
NHTSA complaint #11172765, filed 2019-01“The contact owns a 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. While driving 70 MPH, the windshield wipers failed to operate. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the windshield wiper actuator needed replacement. The vehicle was repaired, but the issue recurred and the motor failed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.”
NHTSA complaint #10935102, filed 2016-12Related recalls
- 18V071000Jan 26, 2018Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2007-2010 Outlander, 2008-2010 Lancer, 2009-2010 Lancer Evolution, and 2010 Lancer Sportback…Covers: Mitsubishi Lancer 2008–2010, Outlander 2007–2010, Lancer Evolution 2009–2010 +1 more
- 15V233000Apr 20, 2015Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Lancer vehicles manufactured March 16, 2009, to March 30, 2011…Covers: Mitsubishi Lancer 2009–2011, Outlander 2009–2011, Lancer Evolution 2010–2011 +2 more
Related service bulletins
- 10170074Aug 28, 2015This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170087Dec 7, 2012This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 | 17% |
| 2016 | 1 | 3% |
| 2015 | 2 | 9% |
| 2012 | 2 | 11% |
| 2011 | 3 | 9% |
| 2010 | 6 | 12% |
| 2009 | 4 | 4% |
| 2008 | 2 | 2% |
| 2006 | 2 | 5% |
| 2005 | 1 | 4% |
| 2004 | 22 | 28% |
| 2003 | 76 | 38% |
| 2002 | 26 | 18% |
Other parts of the 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
13 complaintsEngine cooling
8 complaintsBrakes
7 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsFuel system
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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