2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 1 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2002 | 148 |
| 2003 | 199 |
| 2004 | 80 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 37 |
| 2007 | 2 |
| 2008 | 91 |
| 2009 | 98 |
| 2010 | 51 |
| 2011 | 34 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 29 |
| 2017 | 6 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 2 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.
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HEADLIGHTS WILL NOT TURN OFF EVEN WHEN THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF. COOLING AND HEATING SYSTEM WILL NOT TURN OFF EVEN WHEN THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF. THE HEATER WILL NOT HEAT VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20151207
1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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HEADLIGHTS WILL NOT TURN OFF EVEN WHEN THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF. COOLING AND HEATING SYSTEM WILL NOT TURN OFF EVEN WHEN THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF. THE HEATER WILL NOT HEAT VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20151207
1 of 2 total reports mentions: air bags.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V752000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE DEALER STATED THAT PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150424
SAFETY TIMELINE
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONF
Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
Campaign 09E025000 — check if this car was fixed
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-002.
Campaign 16V334000 — check if this car was fixed
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members.
Campaign 16V458000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Mitsubishi Lancer — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 09E025000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V334000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V458000 (suspension) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.