2014 Mitsubishi Lancer reliability
NHTSA's file on the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer holds 23 complaints after 13 years, a rate of 2 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Lancer years here — over 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 Powertrain (9 of 23), then Air bags (5) and Engine (3). Those filings include 4 that report a crash, 3 that report a fire, and 2 that report an injury.
The 2013 Lancer has 5 complaints, 0 per year, and the 2015 has 26 complaints, 5 per year. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2013. The 2014 has fewer complaints per year than the 2015.
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 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (23 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"The contact owns a 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, there was an abnormally loud thumping sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact pulled over the shoulder of…"
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"VEHICLE HAS APROX. 100K MILES ON ODOMETER AS OF TIME OF COMPLAINT. VEHICLE HAS BEEN REPAIRED FOR TRANSMISSION "SLOW DOWN" MESSAGE BEFORE. VEHICLE HESITATES FOR APROX. 1-2 SEC. BEFORE MOVING FROM A STOP. VEHICLE THEN…"
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"The subframe on a 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer with 57,000 miles on it has rusted and cracked. This seems identical to NHTSA campaign number: 20V-279 but this year/make is not covered under recall. I have pictures and a video…"
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"The contact owns a 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, he smelled a strong gasoline odor inside and outside of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact…"
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"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, SLOW DOWN MESSAGE DISPLAYED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AS THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER AND…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer 4 DR AWD | 4 stars | 4 stars | 4 stars | 4 stars |
| 2014 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 |
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| Lancer | 2L, 4-cyl | Manual 5-speed | Front-wheel drive | 24 | 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 | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-wheel drive | 25 | 33 | 28 MPG | $2300 |
| Lancer | 2L, 4-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | All-wheel drive | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG | $4000 |
| Lancer all-wheel drive | 2.4L, 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | All-wheel drive | 22 | 28 | 25 MPG | $2600 |
| Lancer Evolution | 2L, 4-cyl | Manual 5-speed | All-wheel drive | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG | $4200 |
| Lancer Evolution | 2L, 4-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | All-wheel drive | 17 | 22 | 19 MPG | $4200 |
| Lancer Sportback | 2L, 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-wheel drive | 24 | 32 | 27 MPG | $2400 |
| Lancer Sportback | 2.4L, 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-wheel drive | 22 | 28 | 25 MPG | $2600 |
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 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer reliable?
NHTSA's file on the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer holds 23 complaints after 13 years, a rate of 2 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Lancer years here — over 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 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer?
The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (9 of 23), then Air bags (5) and Engine (3). Those filings include 4 that report a crash, 3 that report a fire, and 2 that report an injury.
Is the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2013 Lancer has 5 complaints, 0 per year, and the 2015 has 26 complaints, 5 per year. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2013. The 2014 has fewer complaints per year than the 2015.
Has the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer?
Owners have filed 23 complaints about the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2014 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.