2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart

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2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:00:23.515Z

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
4

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2009: 22 complaints 2009 2010: 3 complaints 2010 2011: 3 complaints 2011 2012: 4 complaints 2012 4 2014: 1 complaint 2014 2015: 0 complaints 2015
2009: 22 complaints 2009 2010: 3 complaints 2010 2011: 3 complaints 2011 2012: 4 complaints 2012 4 2014: 1 complaint 2014 2015: 0 complaints 2015
2009: 22 complaints 2009 2010: 3 complaints 2010 2011: 3 complaints 2011 2012: 4 complaints 2012 4 2014: 1 complaint 2014 2015: 0 complaints 2015

2012: 4 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
200922
20103
20113
20124
20141
20150

Known problem areas

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Power train

4 of 4 total reports mention: power train.

Show complaint excerpts

The awd diff. Actuator pump is out.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-13

After 53000 miles, my hydraulic unit failed, which will cost me about $2000 to fix, I'm not sure why such unit exposed to the environment with no protect shield, feels they designed it to fail in 5 years.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-05-24

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart. While driving approximately 20 to 65 MPH and changing lanes, the contact attempted to downshift from sixth to fifth gear; however, the gear shifter failed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-12-13

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart — pre-purchase inspection

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  • Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.

FAQ

Is the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.