Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 10 recalls on file for the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution (2005–2015).

Complaints
3
Recalls
10
Model years
11
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

2005200620072008220092010201120121201320142015
NHTSA complaints per Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2015 Lancer Evolution00002—
2014 Lancer Evolution00002—
2013 Lancer Evolution10001Suspension
2012 Lancer Evolution00001—
2011 Lancer Evolution00003—
2010 Lancer Evolution00005—
2009 Lancer Evolution20003Engine
2008 Lancer Evolution00002—
2007 Lancer Evolution00001—
2006 Lancer Evolution00002—
2005 Lancer Evolution00001—

Most common Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution problem areas (all years)

  • Engine
    1 complaints
  • Suspension
    1 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    1 complaints

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution recalls

  • Recall 18V071000Jan 26, 201856,641 vehiclesModel years 2009–2010

    Risk: If the sunroof glass detaches from the assembly while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V609000Sep 29, 2017132,552 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V458000Jun 23, 2016194,674 vehiclesModel years 2005–2006

    Risk: A detached front control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V334000May 23, 201638,628 vehiclesModel years 2006–2007

    Risk: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Recall 15V546000Aug 31, 20151,497 vehiclesModel years 2014–2015

    Risk: Without the protective coating, the fuel tank may rust and leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 15V233000Apr 20, 201576,958 vehiclesModel years 2010–2011

    Risk: Failure of the blower motor may reduce the performance of the windshield defroster, diminishing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V232000Apr 20, 201553,396 vehiclesModel years 2010

    Risk: Unstable voltage could result in intermittent failure of the vehicle's head lights, tail lights, and windshield wipers. If the headlights and/or windshield wipers fail, the driver could have reduced visibility. If the tail lights fail, the vehicle could be less visible. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V562000Sep 12, 2014165,923 vehiclesModel years 2008–2011

    Risk: If the drive belt detaches, the battery may discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V281000May 27, 2014146 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: Due to abrasion and rust, a hole may develop in the power steering tube, allowing the fluid to leak out, resulting in added steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the leaking fluid increases the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source such as a hot engine or exhaust component.

  • Recall 13V446000Sep 19, 201310,474 vehiclesModel years 2008–2013

    Risk: Failure of the clutch master cylinder reduces the ability to shift the vehicle into or out of gear, increasing the risk of a crash.

Other Mitsubishi models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology