2013 Mitsubishi Lancer reliability
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer over 14 years — 0 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Lancer years here — under the median of the other years, which is 1. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Engine (2 of 5), then Powertrain (2) and Air bags (1).
The 2012 Lancer has 19 complaints, 1 per year, and the 2014 has 23 complaints, 2 per year. The 2013 has fewer complaints per year than the 2012. The 2013 has fewer complaints per year than the 2014.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (5 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"MASTER CYLINDER CLUTCH IS FAULTY CAUSING THE PROBLEMS IN SHIFTING OUT OF PARK. AN ARTICLE ONLINE STATED THERE WAS A RECALL FROM 2008-2013 REGARDING THIS ISSUE. WHY IS MY VIN NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. PER WEB ARTICLE…"
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"VEHICLE HAS OVERHEATED ON THE HIGHWAY,. ONCE IT DID TURN OFF WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WHILE I WAS DRIVING MY CHILDREN TO SCHOOL. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE BATTERY MORE OFTEN, EVEN THOUGH THE BATTERIES WERE STILL…"
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"WHEN TAKING OFF FROM A STOP CAR HAS SEVERE HESITATION WHEN ACCELERATING AND SHIFTING. ITS EVEN WORSE WHEN THE A/C IS RUNNING. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALERSHIP MULTIPLE TIMES TO BE TOLD ITS THE TYPE OF TRANSMISSION IT…"
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"TAKATA RECALL- ABS LIGHT IS ON PER RECALL IT HAS TO DO WITH AIR BAG INFLATOR IN OTHER MITSUBISHI CARS. ALSO THE STALLS AND SHUTS DOWN AND OVER HEATS. THIS HAS BEEN NOTICED. THIS IS THE TIME IT HAPPENED."
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"ABOUT A MONTH AGO SERVICE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON AND THROWS CODE P1875(DAMPER SPEED SENSOR) . I'VE BEEN TOLD BY MITSUBISHI THERE IS NO FIX FOR THIS OTHER THAN PURCHASING A NEW $15,000 SST TRANSMISSION…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 4 DR AWD | 4 stars | 4 stars | 4 stars | 4 stars |
| 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 4 DR FWD | 4 stars | 4 stars | 4 stars | 4 stars |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancer | 2L, 4-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | All-wheel drive | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG | $4000 |
| Lancer | 2L, 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-wheel drive | 25 | 33 | 28 MPG | $2300 |
| Lancer | 2.4L, 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-wheel drive | 23 | 30 | 26 MPG | $2500 |
| Lancer | 2.4L, 4-cyl | Manual 5-speed | Front-wheel drive | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG | $2600 |
| Lancer | 2L, 4-cyl | Manual 5-speed | Front-wheel drive | 24 | 33 | 28 MPG | $2300 |
| Lancer all-wheel drive | 2.4L, 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | All-wheel drive | 22 | 28 | 25 MPG | $2600 |
| Lancer Evolution | 2L, 4-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | All-wheel drive | 17 | 22 | 19 MPG | $4200 |
| Lancer Evolution | 2L, 4-cyl | Manual 5-speed | All-wheel drive | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG | $4200 |
| Lancer Sportback | 2.4L, 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-wheel drive | 22 | 28 | 25 MPG | $2600 |
| Lancer Sportback | 2L, 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-wheel drive | 24 | 32 | 27 MPG | $2400 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Recall 18V-069 covers certain 2009-2012 Mitsubishi Lancer vehicles among other Mitsubishi models with 4B11 or 4B12 engines: the drive-belt automatic tensioner flange may crack, allowing the accessory drive belt to detach. Dealers replace the belt tensioner with an improved design. The campaign's published unit count is shared across Lancer, Outlander, Lancer Sportback, and Outlander Sport. Recall 17V-609 covers certain 2015-2016 Lancer vehicles among other Mitsubishi models: defective relays can cause an engine stall, reduced power, or overheating; dealers replace the affected relays.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer over 14 years — 0 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Lancer years here — under the median of the other years, which is 1. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer?
The complaints owners file most often name Engine (2 of 5), then Powertrain (2) and Air bags (1).
Is the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2012 Lancer has 19 complaints, 1 per year, and the 2014 has 23 complaints, 2 per year. The 2013 has fewer complaints per year than the 2012. The 2013 has fewer complaints per year than the 2014.
Has the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is 24.2 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What oil does a Mitsubishi Lancer use?
Many 2.0L/2.4L NA engines use 0W-20 with about 4.5 qt; turbo and Ralliart trims may specify different viscosities—check the manual.
What tire sizes fit the Lancer?
OE sizes range from 205/60R16 on base trims to 245/40R18 on sport packages; confirm on the placard.
What recalls affect the Mitsubishi Lancer?
Recall 18V-069 covers certain 2009-2012 Lancer models for accessory drive belt tensioner flange cracks (shared with Outlander family), and 17V-609 covers certain 2015-2016 Lancer vehicles for relay failures that can stall the engine.