MITSUBISHI 2016 MITSUBISHI LANCER Recall
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2016 MITSUBISHI LANCER
Brand
MITSUBISHI
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2016
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. is recalling certain 2016 MITSUBISHI LANCER vehicles due to power train:automatic transmission issues. A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles and 2016 Outlander and Lancer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) that, in certain driving conditions, may cause a delay in the vehicle accelerating.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
MMNA has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the CVT control unit with modified software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-006.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026