2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 24 | 37 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 81 | 69 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–26 | 22–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 100,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mitsubishi Lancer | Mitsubishi Lancer |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 10 | 16 |
| Suspension | 2 | 9 |
| Structure | 2 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 7 |
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.