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Mitsubishi Lancer: which year should you buy?
Across the 2011 to 2017 model years, the public record is strongest on the 2012 (96/100). Every year below is scored on its own NHTSA complaint and recall history. Shop by model year.
Every model year, scored
The same scoring for every year (how we score). A neutral Unproven or Too New stamp means too few owner reports are on file to judge the year either way.
Zeroing in on the 2012?
The full year-by-year verdict is free. When you’re ready to inspect and negotiate one specific car, the Full Report turns the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer’s complaint breakdown and recall list into an inspection-ready, shareable PDF.
Recalls, complaint breakdown & inspection checklist, all in a shareable PDF
Cross-shopping a different nameplate? Compare the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer head-to-head →
The fine print: each year’s verdict is computed from public NHTSA complaint and recall records for the Mitsubishi Lancer as a model, not for any individual car. A well-kept example of a weaker year can outlast a neglected strong one. Informational only, so always get a professional pre-purchase inspection.