Is the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer a reliable year?

Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer ranks #12 of 13 among Lancer model years (Complaint Index 8/100, verdict: Best). It has 5 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer?

The most reported problem areas are brakes (2 complaints), engine (2 complaints), and transmission & powertrain (2 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 83,000 miles.

Does the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer have any recalls?

No safety recall campaigns list the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.

What is the fuel economy of the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer?

EPA rates the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer at 25.5 MPG combined (22.5 city / 30 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,550. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Best The 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer has 5 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 8 out of 100 — #12 highest of 13 Lancer model years (verdict: Best). The most reported problem area is brakes (2 complaints, 40% of the total).

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 8/100; #12 of 13 Lancer years
Verdict: Best; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 5; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 0; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 0; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: Brakes
Best nearby year: 2017; rated Best

NHTSA overall rating: 4 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG: 25.5; 22.5 city / 30 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 22.5 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.

2013 compared with other Lancer years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2011	Caution	50	34	3	25.5
2012	Good	33	19	1	25.5
2013	Best	8	5	0	25.5
2014	Good	42	16	0	25.5
2015	Avoid	75	23	1	25.5

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer a reliable year?: Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer ranks #12 of 13 among Lancer model years (Complaint Index 8/100, verdict: Best). It has 5 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer?: The most reported problem areas are brakes (2 complaints), engine (2 complaints), and transmission & powertrain (2 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 83,000 miles.
Does the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer have any recalls?: No safety recall campaigns list the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.
What is the fuel economy of the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer?: EPA rates the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer at 25.5 MPG combined (22.5 city / 30 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,550. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.