NHTSA model-year recall report

2016 Mitsubishi Lancer Recalls

2 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

Affected systems

Urgent advisories

Sep 29, 2017

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At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Mitsubishi Lancer average of 4.5 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Electrical System › Starter Assembly › Relay, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 17V609000

Electrical System › Starter Assembly › Relay

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Reported Sep 29, 2017

What is recalled

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.

Safety consequence

If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 16V563000

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Reported Jul 28, 2016

What is recalled

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles and 2016 Outlander and Lancer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) that, in certain driving conditions, may cause a delay in the vehicle accelerating.

Safety consequence

A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

MMNA has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the CVT control unit with modified software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-006.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2016 Mitsubishi Lancer recall questions

How many recalls does the 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology