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2017 Mitsubishi LancerRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 6 owner complaints for the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer. Most complaints involve air bags (3) and power train (2). The EPA rates it 26–30 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.

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Combined MPG
26–30mpg
EPA · 3 versions
NHTSA overall
4of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
6
Top: air bags
Fuel cost / yr
$2,150est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer as of Nov 6, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 6, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

6 complaints filed with NHTSA · Apr 2020 – Feb 2026
  1. Air bags3
  2. Power train2
  3. Structure1
  4. Visibility/wiper1

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
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 6, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Air bags

3 reports1 crash
“SEE ATTACHED FILE:”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Feb 13, 2026Air bagsODI 11717949

Power train

2 reports
“Vehicle shudders and surges while driving almost rubber banding. Mechanic showing code for fluid pressure sensor. Call to local Mitsubishi dealer said transmission needs to be replaced and since we are 2nd owners the 100k mile powertrain warranty doesn’t apply. This vehicle has 81k miles and it’s already fried and Mitsubishi doesn’t care unless we buy a new one.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 2, 2024Power trainODI 11586522

Structure

1 report
“I FINALLY GOT HOME TO LOOK AT MY NEW CAR AND I WANT CAR THAT HAS NO SCRATCHES OR PAINT EVEN COMING OFF SLIGHTLY.... THIS A HARDLY THING YOU CAN SEE AND MY DEFROST, WHEN IS CUT ON, MAKES A CLICK/POP NOISE EARLY IN MORNING... I WANT A CAR ALSO WITH SPORT MODE A MITSUBISHI LANCER THANK YALL . *TR”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Apr 9, 2020Structure, Visibility/wiperODI 11320725
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 6, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

3 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Compact Cars
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl · 2.4L 4-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (AV-S6) · Manual 5-spd
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular 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
273430$2,150295
Lancer
Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive
243328$2,300322
Lancer 4WD
Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L · All-Wheel Drive
233026$2,450343
  • Lancer
    Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
    27 city · 34 hwy · $2,150/yr
    30
    mpg comb.
  • Lancer
    Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L
    24 city · 33 hwy · $2,300/yr
    28
    mpg comb.
  • Lancer 4WD
    Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
    23 city · 30 hwy · $2,450/yr
    26
    mpg comb.
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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 FWD
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 AWD
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 11115Vehicle 11114
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

2017 Lancer questions

How many recalls does the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer have?

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

What are the most common 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer problems?

Owners filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are air bags (3), power train (2), structure (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer get?

The EPA rates the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer at 26–30 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).

How safe is the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer 4 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 6, 2026