2017 Mitsubishi Lancer Problems
- Complaints
- 6filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 / 5stars overall, 2 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 30 mpgcombined, 2.0L 4-cyl FWD · 27 city / 34 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer. The part named most often is air bags, with 3 complaints (50% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (2) and body and structure (1). Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 76 technical service bulletins for this model year. Air bags complaints overlap with 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 15 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Air bags3 50%
- Body and structure1 17%
Example complaints
Air bags: “Airbag light came on saying there is something wrong with my car. No recalls for this vehicle even though this is a huge safety concern and is by default a problem with how the manufacturer made the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11431175, filed 2021-08Transmission and drivetrain: “Vehicle shudders and surges while driving almost rubber banding. Mechanic showing code for fluid pressure sensor. Call to local Mitsubishi dealer said transmission needs to be replaced and since we are 2nd owners the 100k mile powertrain warranty doesn’t apply. This vehicle has 81k miles and it’s already fried and Mitsubishi doesn’t care unless we buy a new one.”
NHTSA complaint #11586522, filed 2024-05Body and structure: “I finally got home to look at my new car and I want car that has no scratches or paint even coming off slightly.... This a hardly thing you can see and my defrost, when is cut on, makes a click/pop noise early in morning... I want a car also with sport mode a Mitsubishi Lancer thank yall .”
NHTSA complaint #11320725, filed 2020-04Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancer · sedan AWD | ★★★★☆ | 5 / 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 · 12.1% risk |
| Lancer · sedan FWD | ★★★★☆ | 5 / 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 · 12.1% risk |
Neighbouring years: 2016: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancer FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | CVT | 27 | 34 | 30 | $2,250 |
| Lancer FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 24 | 33 | 28 | $2,400 |
| Lancer 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | CVT | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,600 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 76 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11026481Nov 21, 2025Seat belts, Electrical system. Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
- 11003536Jun 3, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides corrections to the description of special tools used to install the oil seal within the Automatic Transaxle sections of the…
- 10252691Mar 25, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to diagnose and test drive vehicles exhibiting a shudder or surge condition possibly caused by poor reaction of the…
- 10252683Mar 4, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to diagnose and test drive vehicles exhibiting a shudder or surge condition possibly caused by poor reaction of the…
- 10250860Feb 14, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides the procedure for diagnostic trouble code and on-vehicle service for belt & pulley assembly on certain CVT models.
- 10240443Jul 21, 2023Equipment. This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
- 10235611Apr 24, 2023Transmission and drivetrain. This Technical Service Bulletin provides service manual corrections to the CVT maintenance procedure.
- 10235609Apr 24, 2023Body and structure. This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
- 10235608Apr 24, 2023Equipment. This 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…
- 10235606Apr 21, 2023Equipment. This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
Other model years of the Mitsubishi Lancer
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 6 | — | 0 | 4 | 30 | — | Not enough data |
| 2016 | 30 | 63,500 | 2 | 4 | 28 | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2015 | 23 | 21,000 | 1 | 4 | 28 | — | Stable |
| 2014 | 16 | 75,000 | 0 | 4 | 27 | — | Stable |
| 2013 | 5 | 83,000 | 0 | 4 | 28 | — | Not enough data |
| 2012 | 19 | 55,000 | 1 | 4 | 28 | — | Falling |
| 2011 | 34 | 50,606 | 3 | — | 27 | 20 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2010 | 51 | 70,000 | 6 | — | 25 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2009 | 98 | 75,000 | 8 | — | 24 | 86 · More | Falling |
| 2008 | 91 | 33,000 | 5 | — | 24 | 87 · More | Falling |
| 2006 | 37 | 100,000 | 4 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 24 | 70,000 | 3 | — | 23 | — | Stable |
| 2004 | 80 | 60,000 | 4 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2003 | 199 | 49,000 | 2 | — | 26 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2002 | 148 | 68,000 | 2 | — | 25 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
All Mitsubishi Lancer model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer have?
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer is reported most often?
Air bags is named most often, in 3 complaints (50% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 2.
Has the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer 4 out of 5 stars overall, across 2 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer get?
The EPA rates the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer (Lancer, 2.0L 4-cyl) at 30 mpg combined, 27 city and 34 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,250 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.