2005 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO
Only 2 complaints 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2005: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2005 | 2 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2008 | 23 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Visibility/wiper
1 of 2 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.
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Water has made its way through the grommet in the driver side wheel well, down the harness, and rests in the connectors behind the kick panel under the dash.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-10
Also filed under Exterior lighting and electrical system
Power train
1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train.
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Traveling on freeway in number 3 lane, front drive train locked up. Car skidded for approx 60 feet and than veered to the left and was struck in the number 1 lane.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-09-14
Exterior lighting
1 of 2 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.
Electrical system
1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Visibility/wiper: 1 report on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2005 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 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO?
- The most-reported component is visibility/wiper, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2005 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.