2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
86/100
#2 most-complained of 8 Lancer years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer has a Complaint Index of 86 with 23 complaints and 1 recall, ranking as the 2nd worst year of 8 model years tracked. NHTSA data marks it 'Avoid' relative to other Lancer years, driven mainly by Electrical System and Airbag issues.
- Complaints
- 23
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes / fires
- 5 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 3 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 25.5
- 22.5 city / 30 hwy
Top 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System6 (26%)
- Other6 (26%)
- Airbags5 (22%)
- Engine5 (22%)
- Transmission & Powertrain5 (22%)
- Fuel System2 (9%)
- Structure & Body2 (9%)
- Visibility & Wipers2 (9%)
- Seat Belts1 (4%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (4%)
What owners report
- Owners report dim headlights that made nighttime driving and animal detection difficult.
- Airbags reportedly failed to deploy in multiple crashes, including rollovers and collisions with trees or lamp posts.
- Bluetooth connections reportedly dropped repeatedly when paired with smartphones, disrupting calls.
- Owners report the vehicle stalling suddenly at various speeds with no warning.
- The area near the radio and cigarette lighter reportedly became very hot when a phone charger was plugged in.
- Windows reportedly had a watermark etched into the glass that made it hard to see through.
2015 Mitsubishi Lancer recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 17V609000Sep 29, 2017Electrical System132,552 vehicles
Electrical system:starter assembly:relay
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.
Risk: If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
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.
2015 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.
2015 compared with other Lancer years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2015 Lancer a Complaint Index of 86, the 2nd highest (worst) among the 8 Lancer model years with data, so it carries an 'Avoid' verdict relative to other years.
- What are the most common problems on the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer?
- The top problem area is the Electrical System, accounting for 26% of complaints, followed by Airbags and Engine issues each at 22%.
- Does the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists one recall (campaign 17V609000) covering defective relays in the Electrical System, with a free relay replacement remedy; it is not a do-not-drive recall.
- How does the 2015 Lancer compare to other years?
- With a Complaint Index of 86, the 2015 Lancer ranks worse than the 2012 (29), 2013 (0), 2014 (43), and 2017 (14) model years, but slightly better than the 2010 (100) model year.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer?
- The 2015 Lancer is EPA-rated at 25.5 mpg combined (22.5 city / 30 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,550.