2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
50/100
#7 most-complained of 13 Lancer years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer has 34 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 50 out of 100 — #7 highest of 13 Lancer model years (verdict: Caution). The most reported problem area is engine (11 complaints, 32% of the total). Complaints report 1 crash and 1 injury.
- Complaints
- 34
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 1 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 25.5
- 23 city / 30 hwy
Top 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine11 (32%)
- Transmission & Powertrain6 (18%)
- Electrical System4 (12%)
- Other4 (12%)
- Structure & Body4 (12%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires4 (12%)
- Brakes3 (9%)
- Seat Belts3 (9%)
- Steering3 (9%)
- Airbags2 (6%)
2011 Mitsubishi Lancer recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 18V069000Jan 26, 2018Engine141,053 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Lancer, 2008-2012 Outlander, 2010-2012 Lancer Sportback, and 2011-2012 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with either a 4B11 or 4B12 engine. The drive belt automatic tensioner flange may crack, allowing the accessory drive belt to detach.
Risk: If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the belt tensioner with one that has an improved shape, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-001.
- NHTSA 15V233000Apr 20, 2015HVAC76,958 vehicles
Visibility:defroster/defogger/HVAC system:fan/motor
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Lancer vehicles manufactured March 16, 2009, to March 30, 2011, 2010-2011 Lancer Sportback vehicles manufactured June 17, 2009, to December 1, 2010, 2010-2011 Lancer Evolution vehicles manufactured July 14, 2009, to January 7, 2011, 2009-2011 Outlander vehicles manufactured February 10, 2009, to June 22, 2011, and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured August 26, 2010, to November 19, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the blower motor may fail.
Risk: Failure of the blower motor may reduce the performance of the windshield defroster, diminishing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace a suspect blower motor, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-15-003.
- NHTSA 14V562000Sep 12, 2014Engine165,923 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Lancer, Lancer Evolution, and Outlander; 2009-2011 Lancer Sportback, Lancer Rilliart, and Lancer Sportback Ralliart; and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles. The affected vehicles, manufactured with 4B1 engines, have an engine pulley and belt arrangement for turning the alternator, the cooling fan and the power steering pump (if equipped). These pulleys may experience unusual wear and allow for belt detachment.
Risk: If the drive belt detaches, the battery may discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive belt with a rubber belt. Drive pulleys that are excessively worn will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-009.
2011 Mitsubishi Lancer fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 23 MPG
- Highway
- 30 MPG
- Combined
- 25.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,550
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2011 compared with other Lancer years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer a reliable year?
- Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer ranks #7 of 13 among Lancer model years (Complaint Index 50/100, verdict: Caution). It has 34 complaints and 3 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
- What are the most common problems with the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer?
- The most reported problem areas are engine (11 complaints), transmission & powertrain (6 complaints), and electrical system (4 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 50,606 miles.
- Does the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer have any recalls?
- Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer, most recently reported 2018, covering engine and hvac.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer?
- EPA rates the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer at 25.5 MPG combined (23 city / 30 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,550. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.