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2011 Mitsubishi Lancer vs 2012 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.

Metric2011 Mitsubishi Lancer2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
NHTSA complaints3419
Recall campaigns31
Service bulletins (TSBs)9988
Investigations00
Crash reports13
Fire reports00
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)20–2820–28
Median reported incident mileage

Reported problems side by side

ComponentMitsubishi LancerMitsubishi Lancer
Engine85
Power Train66
Electrical System41
Structure41
Steering32
Engine and Engine Cooling31
Visibility/wiper22
Seat Belts30

Symptoms owners describe

Rust / corrosion05
2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
2012 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.