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Mitsubishi Lancer (2012–2017): what actually fails

The documented failure patterns on used Mitsubishi Lancers — the mileage window where each shows up, and what the repair typically costs at an independent shop. This is the same data NoLemon's Brief checks against every VIN.

Mitsubishi Lancer
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2012–2017 TYPICAL 50k–130k MI $2,800–$4,000

CVT shudder & failure

CVT-equipped Lancers share the Outlander's transmission weakness — and repair quotes often rival the car's value. The rare manual-transmission Lancer sidesteps this issue entirely and is the better used buy.

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Ask for repair records covering this item. If it hasn't been addressed and the car is in or near the mileage window, price the $2,800–$4,000 repair into your offer — or make it the seller's problem.

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