MYRModel Year Report

2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution

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2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:46:36.524Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2012 highlighted. 2003: 98 complaints 2003 2004: 0 complaints 2005: 14 complaints 2005 2006: 24 complaints 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 36 complaints 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2010: 28 complaints 2011: 11 complaints 2011 2012: 3 complaints 2012 2013: 4 complaints 2013 2014: 6 complaints 2015: 3 complaints 2015
2012: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
200398
20040
200514
200624
20070
200836
20092
201028
201111
20123
20134
20146
20153

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 3 total reports mention: power train.

Show complaint excerpts

2012 EVO X GSR - FROM JBA MITSUBISHI (GLEN BURNIE, MD). AT 31,651 MILES - I WAS IN A FAST-FOOD DRIVE THRU LINE ORDERING BREAKFAST. THAT IS, 0MPH. ALL OF A SUDDEN, I HEAR A CHIME AND SEE MY INSTRUMENT PANEL FLASH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140725

THE CAR IS VERY DIFFICULT TO SHIFT. FROM STOP TO ABOUT 40 MPH, THE SHIFTING FEELS LIKE DOESN'T WANT TO GO INTO GEAR. I WAS TOLD THIS IS NORMAL. THE CAR SEEMS TO SHIFT A LOT BETTER AT HIGHER RPMS; PROBABLY DUE TO LESS OF A SYNCHRONIZATION PROBLEM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20131101

SEATS

1 of 3 total reports mentions: seats.

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

1 of 3 total reports mentions: electronic stability control (esc).

Show complaint excerpts

2012 EVO X GSR - FROM JBA MITSUBISHI (GLEN BURNIE, MD). AT 31,651 MILES - I WAS IN A FAST-FOOD DRIVE THRU LINE ORDERING BREAKFAST. THAT IS, 0MPH. ALL OF A SUDDEN, I HEAR A CHIME AND SEE MY INSTRUMENT PANEL FLASH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140725

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20131112 — power train

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Lancer Evolution vehicles manufactured from December 12, 2007, through March 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the clutch master cylinder can fail.

Remedy: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected clutch master cylinders free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.

Campaign 13V446000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seats issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electronic stability control (esc) issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 13V446000 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 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 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.