2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
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.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2015
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2015: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 98 |
| 2004 | 0 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 24 |
| 2007 | 0 |
| 2008 | 36 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 28 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 3 |
| 2013 | 4 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
3 of 3 total reports mention: power train.
Show complaint excerpts
Tensioner broke releasing the serpentine belt. Lost power steering, cooling and ac. Car stopped in the middle of the road. Immobile. Ended up taking ur to shop and they found the cracked tensioner and ruined belt that only had about 10K…
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-02-19
Also filed under Engine
Car has only been driven just under 6 months with no abuse and with just at 10,000 miles the clutch failed. The dealer and manufacturer claim wear item.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-03
All wheel drive not working. Failed while driving in the snow, slippery conditions. There is a service bulletin on this. The awd center diff pump is mounted behind the rear tire where debris is continually present.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-12-19
Steering
1 of 3 total reports mentions: steering.
Engine
1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2015-10-13Fuel system, gasoline, parking brake15V546000 Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Remedy: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right parking brake cable, and inspect the fuel tank, free of charge.
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2017-10-24Electrical system17V609000 Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles.
Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.
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2019-04-19Engineering analysisClosed 2024-09-19 Electrical overstress
Buy-smart checklist
2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 15V546000 · Fuel system, gasoline, parking brake
- Recall 17V609000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2015 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 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.