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2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback, but owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

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Complaints
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Recalls may cover only some 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Unknown or Other2
Power Train1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 175,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Unknown or Other · reported Mar 18, 2022
Sunroof assembly detached cables broke while driving . The sunroof could have case an accident with the right vibration and wind intake while stuck open and couldn't shut. We took ot to mitsubishi dealer in Augusta maine the next morning since the incident happened at 840pm on thursday 3/17/22 in Woolwich We were hopping for servicing to see if it could be reattached and cables fixes jad the dealer disable the moonroof and closed the sunroof. We have an 08 lancer that had the recall and fixed the year prior now our 2013 actually has it happen and currently had no recall . The dealer as of…
Power Train · at 175,000 miles · reported Sep 1, 2020
Vehicle hesitates during acceleration, car is equipped with a continuously variable transmission, hesitation is extremely severe at much lower speeds, often the car will lunge forward at a severe rate because the accelerator will be almost to the floor in an attempt to overcome the hesitation, vehicle does this every time, it isn't an isolated incident and I've already had a mechanic express concern about the transmission "shifting very funny" during a transmission fluid exchange done a few weeks prior. It doesn't matter if the car is on the highway or in a residential area, this issue exists.
Unknown or Other · at 12 miles · reported May 21, 2018
3rd time my serpentine belt slips off while driving lose power to everything, power steering battery,everything stops working.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback?

Owners report unknown or other problems most often (2 reports), followed by power train (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 175,000 miles.

Are Mitsubishi recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mitsubishi dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.