2003 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2003: 1 complaint
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2005 | 2 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2008 | 23 |
Known problem areas
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Visibility
1 of 1 total report mentions: visibility.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 Mitsubishi lancer. The contact stated that the heater control malfunctioned, causing the heating system to remain activated. As a result, the window became foggy.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-01-28
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2003 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO?
- The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.