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2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart recalls and problems

2 recalls and 22 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart.

2
recalls
22
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart recalls

Engine and engine cooling: engine, gasoline, belts and associated pulleys

NHTSA campaign 14V562000 · reported September 12, 2014 · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. · 165,923 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
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. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-009.

Fuel system, other: delivery

NHTSA campaign 09V349000 · reported September 8, 2009 · MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 6,903 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Mitsubishi is recalling model year 2008-2009 lancer evolution, ralliart, and sportback ralliart vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines. 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.
The risk
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. Owners may contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

May 15, 2019 · Power train · 100,000 miles

S-AWC PUMP HAS A CORRODIBLE HOUSING AND IS PLACED IN AN AREA THAT IS EXPOSED TO SALT AND WATER FROM THE REAR PASSENGER-SIDE WHEEL. THE PLACEMENT OF THE PUMP IS A DESIGN FLAW AND HAS LED TO SEVERE CORROSION OF THE PUMP HOUSING AND FAILURE OF THE PUMP. THE FAILURE OF THE PUMP COMPLETELY DISABLES BOTH THE ACTIVE CENTER…

Mar 20, 2019 · Power train · 90,000 miles

MITSUBISHI LANCER DCT470 SST TRANSMISSION RECALL - MY TRANSMISSION LOST EVEN GEARS WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM WORK. THE CAR SELECTED A LOWER GEAR AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURNED ON. I PULLED OVER TO TROUBLESHOOT AND EVENTUALLY MADE IT HOME. THIS COSTLY REPAIR FORCED ME TO BUY ANOTHER CAR AND HAVE SINCE LEFT THE REPAIR…

Jul 15, 2017 · Power train · 98,000 miles

TAKATA RECALL SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR THE ACD PUMP HAS BEEN FINE. BACK IN SEPTEMBER THE RED TRIANGLE CAME ON AND I DID SOME RESEARCH TO FIND OUT WHAT IT MEANT. I BARLEY DRIVE THE CAR BECAUSE OF THE ISSUE. IT SEEMS SEVERAL OTHER PEOPLE HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM TOO. MITSUBISHI WANTS TO CHARGE ME $800-$1200 TO FIX IT. I…

Jul 5, 2016 · Power train · 81,300 miles

I WAS DRIVING TO WORK AND THE CAR STARTED ACTING STRANGE. IT WOULD ONLY SWITCH TO SELECT GEARS. I TOOK IT STRAIGHT TO A MITSUBISHI SERVICE WHERE THEY INFORMED ME THAT TRANSMISSION WAS FAILING. THEN THEY TOLD ME IT WOULD COST $12000 TO REPAIR. THEY ALSO SAID THE CAR NEEDS A NEW AWD DIFFERENTIAL PUMP BUT THAT WOULD BE…

Jun 18, 2015 · Power train · 84,000 miles

AS I WAS DRIVING MY CAR IT BEGAN TO JERK I PULLED OVER AND SHUT THE CAR OFF WHEN I STARTED IT AGAIN THE AWC LIGHT CAME ON AND WAS NOT FUNCTIONING AFTER WHEN PULLING OFF I NOTICED THE CAR DID NOT WANT TO SHIFT GEARS UNLESS IN MANUAL FOR SO THE SST HAD FAILED ON ME

Lancer Ralliart model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2009 22200
2010 1300
2011 1300
2012 0400

All Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart years →

Questions

Does the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart, the most recent reported on September 12, 2014 (Engine and engine cooling: engine, gasoline, belts and associated pulleys). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart?
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (17 complaints), followed by steering (4).
How many 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 22 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received May 15, 2019.