2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart: 2 recalls, 22 owner complaints.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system (other) Vehicle recall #09V349000 · 2009 · 6,903 vehicles
What's wrong: The manner in which the fuel return pipe is attached to the engine, in combination with frequent vehicle operation at certain engine revolutions, May result in a resonance that, if continued over time, May cause a stress crack to develop at the fixed portion of the fuel pipe.
Why it matters: If this stress crack develops, fuel leakage May occur. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The fix: The fuel return pipe will be replaced with a new part and two additional attachment brackets will be installed to better control fuel pipe vibration. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall began on September 29, 2009.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #14V562000 · 2014 · 165,923 vehicles
What's wrong: 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…
Why it matters: If the drive belt detaches, the battery May discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (17): the most common themes are warning light on (6), hard / delayed shifting (5).
- Steering (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart has 22 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 6 Lancer Ralliart model years for complaints (4.0× the average Lancer Ralliart year). Complaints peaked in 2014 (11 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 58,600 miles. Neighboring years: 2010 (3 complaints, 1 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart problems?
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (17), steering (4), other / unknown (3).
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