5.4

fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
17,000 miles

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problem #2

Aug 152005

Lancer

  • Manual transmission
  • 34,000 miles
: the contact stated while driving 55 mph, the vehicle's app sensor went out, which caused the vehicle to decelerate rapidly and not rev past 2500 rpms. The service department was contacted but could not find the cause of the problem. The app sensor was replaced 5 times. The contact had repair invoices available upon request. Updated 10/25/2006 - the brake light indicator on the dash remained on at all times. The dealer replaced the alternator. The ses light illuminated intermittently and the vehicle lacked power. The clutch slipped at time. The dealer replaced the clutch disc.

- Alamosa, CO, USA

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problem #1

Dec 292004

Lancer 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
While traveling 55 mph the clutch popped, and driver was unable to change gears. Dealer will repair at consumer's expense.

- Virginia Beach, VA, USA

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