2008–2017 Mitsubishi Lancer: Shudder, slipping or whine (CVT)
Likely causes, ranked
- Worn CVT belt or pulleysShop
- Old or overheated CVT fluidShop
Real-owner fix counts will appear here as reports come in.
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Symptom: Shudder, hesitation, slipping, whine, or limp mode when the CVT gets hot.
Likely causes
- CVT. Lancer Register, Mitsubishi Forum and EvolutionM owners report shudder and failures; one 2017 Lancer got a warranty transmission at 85,000 km.
DIY or shop?
Shop.
Useful steps
- Check CVT fluid age.
- Ask about Mitsubishi's extended powertrain coverage.
- Get a CVT diagnosis before it fails.
Vehicle focus: 2008–2017 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Safety / mechanic note
Sudden loss of power in traffic is dangerous. Verify with a mechanic or dealer.
Recalls & service bulletins
Technical service bulletins
- Mitsubishi CVT-8 bulletin Mitsubishi procedure for CVT shudder, surge and belt slip. Details
NHTSA complaints: 76 keyword-matched complaints for Mitsubishi LANCER 2008–2017 (of 455 unique complaints queried, NHTSA complaints API by model year, queried 2026-10-15).
Always check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sources
What actually fixed it?
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