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2012 MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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N/A

Safety Rating

0

Owner Complaints

1

Recall

ACTIVE RECALL

4

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2012 MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK

The 2012 MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS. 4 technical service bulletins have been issued by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. for this model year.

Recalls for the 2012 MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK

NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2012 MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK, potentially affecting up to 141,053 vehicles.

Recall 18V069000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS

| 141,053 vehicles affected

Defect: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Lancer, 2008-2012 Outlander, 2010-2012 Lancer Sportback, and 2011-2012 Outlander Sport vehicles equipped with either a 4B11 or 4B12 engine. The drive belt automatic tensioner flange may crack, allowing the accessory drive belt to detach.

Consequence: If the drive belt detaches, the battery will discharge and the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the belt tensioner with one that has an improved shape, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number...

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Owner Complaints for the 2012 MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK

No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2012 MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK.

Safety Rating for the 2012 MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2012 MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2012 MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. has issued 4 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2012 MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

TSB-19-25-001 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Propeller Shaft section of the affect Service Manuals, to correct the propeller shaft assembly removal procedure.

TSB1942B003 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Body section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout with DTC U0141.

TSB-19-37-002 — STEERING

This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Steering section of the affected Service Manuals to update the lubricant sealant, special tools, and procedures used in replacement of the Tie Rod End Ball Joint Dust Cover, which are now serviceable parts, for vehicles...

TSB-19-33-001 — SUSPENSION

This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Front Suspension section of the affected Service Manuals to update the special service tool used in replacement of the Lower Arm Ball Joint Dust Cover.

NHTSA Investigations for the 2012 MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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