Does the 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer, the most recent reported on September 29, 2017 (Electrical system: starter assembly, relay). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer?

Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (21 complaints), followed by electrical system (4).

How many 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 30 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2016 Mitsubishi Lancer recalls and problems

2 recalls and 30 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

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.

2016 Mitsubishi Lancer recalls

Electrical system: starter assembly, relay

NHTSA campaign 17V609000 · reported September 29, 2017 · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. · 132,552 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.

Power train: automatic transmission, control module (tcm/PCM/tecm) · Power train: automatic transmission

NHTSA campaign 16V563000 · reported July 28, 2016 · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. · 82,436 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles and 2016 Outlander and Lancer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) that, in certain driving conditions, may cause a delay in the vehicle accelerating.
The risk: A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: MMNA has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the CVT control unit with modified software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-006.

Most reported problems

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

Power train21
Electrical system4
Vehicle speed control4
Engine3
Unknown or other3
Structure2
Air bags1
Fuel/propulsion system1
Visibility1

What owners report

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

Aug 6, 2026 · Power train
I bought this vehicle and few weeks later I noticed at a red light. When it turned green i hit the gas. My car took a few seconds, reved and then shot out into the lane. Since then it has had issues over 20 miles and when I stop its a few seconds for the car to accelerate and move which is scary on the road. My 4 sons…

Jul 20, 2025 · Power train
It’s throwing a P084A code and it feels like the transmission is about to let loose. I bought the car with 30,000 on it in 2016 and it has a hair over 136,000 and ever since I’ve had it it’s always had this transmission lag jerk in it. Very scuttle but you can feel it. Then all of a sudden it just started going into…

May 3, 2025 · Power train
Recently the transmission has started to shudder when first driving from a stop. It only happens under low acceleration. If you push the accelerator pedel firmly it will not shudder. Wondering if this is a recall about to happen? It started on or about 4/2/2025 but is continuing to happen.

Feb 21, 2025 · Power train
The car is bucking hi low hi low and then the service transmission light is coming on. We brought the car in a couple of weeks ago and I thought this was suppose to he fixed. It is alot worse now

Oct 7, 2024 · Power train
Loss of power on acceleration, rpms going up and down, hesitation in acceleration, going into limp mode won't accelerate over 25-40mph pulled code P084A shop believes it needs a complete replacement based on their computer systems repair procedures guidelines. Car has just over 107k miles on it and is a pre-owned. No…

Lancer model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2013	0	5	0	0
2014	0	16	3	2
2015	1	23	5	0
2016	2	30	1	0
2017	0	6	1	0

Across all years, the 2003 Lancer has the most complaints (199). All Mitsubishi Lancer years →

Questions

Does the 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer, the most recent reported on September 29, 2017 (Electrical system: starter assembly, relay). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer?: Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (21 complaints), followed by electrical system (4).
How many 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 30 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 6, 2026.