2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 6%of 34 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 48,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the suspension of the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer, 6% of the 34 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 48,500 miles.
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.
“Vibration of the steering wheel when driving over 60 MPH. Persist after changing tires, wheels, brake pads and discs. This shaking makes the car unstable and is a safety issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11258911, filed 2019-09, 25,000 miles“The contact owns a 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated that while having the vehicle inspected, the front crossmember was corroded. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 72,000. Consumer called the local dealer back for an estimate, part to be replaced and was given $1150.19. Dealer would get the parts in a week.”
NHTSA complaint #11428725, filed 2021-08, 72,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10159663Apr 23, 2019This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Rear Suspension section of the affected Service Manuals, to delete the requirement for an…
- 10159644Apr 23, 2019This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Rear Suspension section of the affected Service Manuals, to delete the requirement for an…
- 10154702Feb 7, 2019This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Steering section of the affected Service Manuals to update the lubricant sealant, special…
- 10154701Feb 7, 2019This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Steering section of the affected Service Manuals to update the lubricant, sealant, special…
- 10152964Jan 8, 2019This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Front Suspension section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the starting torque of…
- 10152963Jan 8, 2019This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Front Suspension section of the affected Service Manuals to update the special service…
- 10170071Jul 22, 2015This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170106Sep 10, 2013This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170086Nov 1, 2012This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10044479Jun 1, 2012Mitsubishi: while in production, front axle nut was changed from castellated type to flanged type with staked collar.
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 1 | 4% |
| 2014 | 2 | 13% |
| 2012 | 1 | 5% |
| 2011 | 2 | 6% |
| 2010 | 1 | 2% |
| 2009 | 6 | 6% |
| 2008 | 23 | 25% |
| 2006 | 9 | 24% |
| 2005 | 2 | 8% |
| 2004 | 6 | 8% |
| 2003 | 10 | 5% |
| 2002 | 15 | 10% |
Other parts of the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 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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