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2007 Mitsubishi Lancer

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Safety record

Recalls on the 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer

Recall·16V458000

Suspension: lower arm

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Recall·16V334000

Air bags: inflator module

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Recall·09E025000

Exterior lighting: headlights

DOPE, INC.

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 2 owners reported

Electrical system1
Air bags1

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2007 Mitsubishi Lancer at a glance

Trims
ESLS
Engine
2.0L 4-Cylinder
Transmission
Automatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
Sedan
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system. There are 3 recall campaigns covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 3 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.