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2014 Mitsubishi LancerRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 23 owner complaints for the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer. Most complaints involve power train (9) and air bags (5). The EPA rates it 20–28 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.

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Combined MPG
20–28mpg
EPA · 6 versions
NHTSA overall
4of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
23
Top: power train
Fuel cost / yr
$2,300est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer as of Nov 6, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 6, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

23 complaints filed with NHTSA · Oct 2014 – Aug 2024
  1. Power train9
  2. Air bags5
  3. Structure3
  4. Engine3
  5. Service brakes3
  6. Suspension2
  7. Electrical system2
  8. Wheels2
  9. Steering2

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Lancer model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
2002155
2003311
200483
200524
200637
20072
200891
2009121
201085
201149
201223
20135
201423
201526
201630
20176
Crashes reported
4
Fires reported
3
Injuries reported
2
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 6, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Power train

9 reports2 fires
“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 PROCEDED TO COMPLETELY STOP AND NOT DRIVE WHILE "DRIVE" RANGE WAS SELECTED. VEHICLE WAS STUCK IN TRAFFIC UNTIL DRIVER WAS ABLE TO PUT VEHICLE IN PARK, SHUT OFF, AND RESTART ENGINE. SIMILAR PROBLEM WITH OUTLANDER VEHICLES OF SIMILAR AGE AND SAME TRANSMISSION, CAUSED BY FAULTY TCM SOFTWARE. MULTIPLE VEHICLES AFFECTED BY SIMILAR FAULTS.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 25, 2023Power trainODI 11551801

Air bags

5 reports3 crashes
“TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V569000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED A UNKNOWN LOCAL MITSUBISHI DEALER WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 25, 2018Air bagsODI 11064971

Structure

3 reports2 crashes
“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 the roadway. Upon inspection, the contact became aware that the front driver’s side wheel had caved inward from the top. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local independent mechanic where it was determined that the cross members were rusted. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 19, 2024StructureODI 11609530
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 6, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

6 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Compact Cars
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl · 2.4L 4-cyl · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic (AV-S6) · Manual 5-spd · Automatic (AM6)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline · Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 6, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Lancer
Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive
253328$2,300311
Lancer
Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive
243328$2,300318
Lancer
Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L · Front-Wheel Drive
233026$2,450347
Lancer
Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L · Front-Wheel Drive
223025$2,550349
Lancer AWD
Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L · All-Wheel Drive
222825$2,550361
Lancer
Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
182520$4,000438
  • Lancer
    Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
    25 city · 33 hwy · $2,300/yr
    28
    mpg comb.
  • Lancer
    Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L
    24 city · 33 hwy · $2,300/yr
    28
    mpg comb.
  • Lancer
    Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
    23 city · 30 hwy · $2,450/yr
    26
    mpg comb.
  • Lancer
    Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L
    22 city · 30 hwy · $2,550/yr
    25
    mpg comb.
  • Lancer AWD
    Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
    22 city · 28 hwy · $2,550/yr
    25
    mpg comb.
  • Lancer
    Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    18 city · 25 hwy · $4,000/yr
    20
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 6, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
4/ 5
4 of 5
Mitsubishi Lancer 4 DR AWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
4 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
12.1%
Overall
4 / 5
Mitsubishi Lancer 4 DR FWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
4 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
12.1%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 6, 2026Vehicle 8006Vehicle 8005
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2014 Lancer questions

How many recalls does the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 6, 2026.

What are the most common 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer problems?

Owners filed 23 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (9), air bags (5), structure (3). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer get?

The EPA rates the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer at 20–28 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (6 versions rated).

How safe is the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer 4 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 6, 2026