LOW BEAM, DAYLIGHTS AND HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS WILL RANDOMLY TURN OFF WHILE DRIVING. THIS IS A RECALL FOR ETACS ECU ON 2009 LANCERS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JAN 12, 2009 AND JULY 6, 2010. MY CAR WAS MANUFACTURED ON NOV, 2008. REFERENCE R/2015/157. RIGHT NOW IS UNSAFE DRIVING THIS VEHICLE DURING NIGHTS. I NOTICE ON THE INTERNET THAT THERE'S A LOT OF COMPLAINS FOR THE SAME MODEL AND YEAR BUT WHERE NOT IN…
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer lighting problems
severe 9 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $250
Complaints
9
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$250
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATIONS FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 14V562000 (ENGINE), NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12E012000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING) AND NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 09V077000 (AIR, SERVICE BRAKES). HOWEVER, THE PARTS NEEDED WERE UNAVAILABLE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO INFORM WHEN THE PARTS WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS…
VEHICLE HEAD LIGHTS WILL RANDOMLY TURN OFF WHILE DRIVING. THE DEALER SAYS MY ETACS IS FAULTY. THIS IS THE SAME SYMPTOMS THAT HAS FORCED A RECALL ON OTHER LANCERS. SR-15-002. I FEEL THIS RECALL NEEDS TO BE EXPANDED.
Common questions
How serious is the lighting problem on the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer?
It's a meaningful issue. 9 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $250.
At what mileage does the lighting typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $250 for lighting repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to lighting?
No active recalls currently cover lighting issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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