2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION

2 recalls, 5 complaints - 86 TSBs

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY

Defect Description

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.

Consequence

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

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.

132,552 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

PARKING BRAKE

Defect Description

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles manufactured January 31, 2014, to September 5, 2014, and 2014-2015 Lancer Ralliart vehicles manufactured February 3, 2014, to September 5, 2014. The affected turbocharged vehicles ... Read more

Consequence

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.

Remedy

Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right parking brake cable, and inspect the fuel tank, free of charge. If the fuel tank's exterior coating shows signs of damage from abrasive contact with the right parking brake cable, the fuel tank will also be replaced, free of charge. ... Read more

1,497 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

5 total complaints

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
POWER TRAIN	3
ENGINE	1
STEERING	1

Incident date: Jan 1, 2019

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 MILES

Incident date: Jan 1, 2019

Incident date: Oct 26, 2017

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. IF THE CAR HAD 40,00 OR MORE MILES I MIGHT ACCEPT, BUT THEY BUILT A CAN WITH AN ENGINE THAT PRODUCES OVER 300 FT.LBS. OF TORQUE, AND APPARENTLY INS... Read more

Incident date: Dec 13, 2016

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. REPLACING THE PUMP IS NOT A PERMANENT FIX. *TR

NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION

2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 4 DR AWD

Category	Rating
Rollover Risk	0.0%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	No
Lane Departure Warning	No

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

EPA Fuel Economy, 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION

Trim / Engine	City MPG	Highway MPG	Combined MPG	Fuel Type	Annual Fuel Cost
2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (All-Wheel Drive)	17.0	23.0	19.0	Premium	$4,000
2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (AM6) (All-Wheel Drive)	17.0	22.0	19.0	Premium	$4,000

CO2 Emissions: 464.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION

86 manufacturer communications from 46 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT	14
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	12
100000 POWER TRAIN	8
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	8
160000 STRUCTURE	4
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	4
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE	4
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE	3

100000 POWER TRAIN

Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides the replacement procedure for the Differential Mount Bracket Bush of the Rear Axle Differential Carrier Assembly in the applicable Service Manual sections.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This Technical Service Bulletin provides service manual corrections and additional information for the transaxle assembly removal and installation of the roll stopper bracket.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.

160000 STRUCTURE

This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more than 1.5 percent of the vehicle's gross veh

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing them Owner Manuals (OM) are now available electronically beginning with Model Year 2015.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing them Owner Manuals (OM) are now available electronically beginning with Model Year 2015.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. The bulletin instructs dealers to confirm a list of specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) if vehicle experiences the following symptoms in cold weather: the check engine light illumi

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This is a Technical Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin provides dealers with a basic description of the hands-free systems used in Mitsubishi built vehicles. The bulletin covers components and operation, system layouts showing the diff

350000 EQUIPMENT

160000 STRUCTURE

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Body section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout with DTC U0141.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Chassis Electrical section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout diagnostics with DTC U0141.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout diagnostics with DTC U0141.

350000 EQUIPMENT

150000 SEAT BELTS

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Body section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout with DTC U0141.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Body section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout with DTC U0141.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Body section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout with DTC U0141.

020000 SUSPENSION

This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Steering section of the affected Service Manuals to update the lubricant, sealant, special tools, and procedures used in replacement of the Tie Rod End

010000 STEERING

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. This bulletin instructs dealers how to re-register vehicle keys for affected vehicles. Affected vehicles may experience a condition of the door(s) inability to be locked or unlo

170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. It provides dealers instructions for reprogramming the ETACS ECU with updated software to resolve the issue on certain vehicles experiencing dome light flickering when the vehicle's door

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. It provides dealers instructions for resolving customer's report that Bluetooth pairing code given by the Hands Free Link system does not work for certain smartphone models, namely, Sams

151000 SEAT BELTS:FRONT

This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. Customers may report the front seat belt fraying as a result of being caught under the seat reclining adjusting lever. This TSB instructs dealers how to replace the front seat belt and r

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them that an update for MEDIC will be available.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This is a letter sent to dealers, to inform them that the temporary investigation of Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Front Impact Sensors investigation has concluded.

350000 EQUIPMENT

THIS IS A COMMUNICATION SENT TO DEALERS REQUIRING THEIR ASSISTANCE WITH MMNA'S INVESTIGATION OF POTENTIALLY DEFECTIVE FRONT IMPACT SENSOR(S).

135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR

THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN INSTRUCTS DEALERS HOW TO REMOVE THE POSITIONING CLIP FROM THE DOOR MIRROR ASSEMBLY, AND HOW TO PROPERLY REINSTALL THE DOOR MIRROR ASSEMBLY, IN CASE OF WIND NOISE WHILE DRIVING AT HIGH SPEEDS, DUE TO INCORRECT

350000 EQUIPMENT

THIS IS A COMMUNICATION SENT TO DEALERS REQUESTING COOPERATION WITH MMNA'S INVESTIGATION OF POTENTIALLY DEFECTIVE FRONT IMPACT SENSOR(S).

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

THIS IS A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, SENT TO DEALERS, TO SUPERCEDE TSB−15−22−002, ISSUED JULY, 2015, TO REVISE SPECIFIC STEPS FOR SELECTING REPROGRAMMING DATA IN THE ?PROGRAM NEW TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM)? AND ?RE

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

THIS IS A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN SENT TO DEALERS, TO INFORM THEM THAT THE 2015 LANCER EVOLUTION ?FINAL EDITION? SERVICE MANUAL WILL NOT BE ISSUED. DEALERS ARE TO USE THE 2014 LANCER EVOLUTION SERVICE MANUAL ALONG WITH THIS TSB AND TSB-1

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

THIS TSB INSTRUCTS THE DEALER TO UPDATE THE HFM (HANDS FREE MODULE) SOFTWARE TO IMPROVE THE BLUETOOTH? CONNECTION WITH IPHONE/IPOD/IPAD WHEN THE DEVICE IS CONNECTED TO WI‐FI. THIS UPDATE ADDRESSES UNSTABLE, REPEATEDLY CONNECTING AND D

200000 WHEELS

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

130000 VISIBILITY

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This TSB contains troubleshooting steps for diagnosis of various customer complaints relating to the audio system speakers in Mitsubishi vehicles equipped with original equipment audio components.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This TSB provides the necessary steps to complete diagnosis, replace the Mechatronic Assembly, and program the new electronic control unit. This bulletin supercedes TSB-14-22-003, issued September, 2014, to update the labor operation code i

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

020000 SUSPENSION

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

220000 SEATS

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, PROVIDED TO DEALERS, INSTRUCTS THE DEALER TO UPDATE THE HFM SOFTWARE THAT ALLOWS VOICE RECOGNITION TO COMPLETE BEFORE CONNECTION TO THE PHONE BEGINS, TO RECTIFY THE CONDITION WHERE THE HFM ATTEMPTS A BLUETOO

350000 EQUIPMENT

THIS TECHNICAL INFORMATION NOTICE INFORMS DEALERS THAT THE POPULATION OF 2015 LANCER RALLIART AND LANCER EVOLUTION VEHICLES ELIGIBLE FOR TSB-14-22-005, AWC HYDRAULIC UNIT WARRANTY EXTENSION, HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED.

150000 SEAT BELTS

THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, PROVIDED TO DEALERS, PROVIDES THE CORRECT TORQUE SPECIFICATION FOR THE 2012 OUTLANDER SPORT SERVICE MANUAL. OTHER MODELS' SERVICE MANUALS ARE UPDATED WITH INFORMATION FOR THE OUTER SEAT BELT ON THE FRONT PAS

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

350000 EQUIPMENT

THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN ADDS THE NON-REUSABLE PARTS INDICATION THAT WAS MISSING FROM THE SERVICE MANUAL FOR CERTAIN EXHAUST FASTENERS.

340000 COMMUNICATION

MITSUBISHI: LANCER/LANCER SPORTSBACK, RALLIART, AND LANCER EVOLUTION: WARRANTY HAS BEEN EXTENDED FOR VEHICLES THAT HAS BEEN AFFECTED FOR THE AWC HYDRAULIC UNIT FROM FAILURE DUE TO CORROSION. *LJ

350000 EQUIPMENT

MITSUBISHI: LANCER/LANCER SPORTSBACK, RALLIART, AND LANCER EVOLUTION: WARRANTY HAS BEEN EXTENDED FOR VEHICLES THAT HAS BEEN AFFECTED FOR THE AWC HYDRAULIC UNIT FROM FAILURE DUE TO CORROSION. *LJ

101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

Procedures are now available for W6DGA TC-SST clutch assembly replacement. This TSB provides the necessary steps to complete diagnosis, clutch assembly replacement, and complete "Teach-in" procedures for the TCM. This TSB is used together w

350000 EQUIPMENT

This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012.

200000 WHEELS

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

010000 STEERING

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

010000 STEERING

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

160000 STRUCTURE

This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

160000 STRUCTURE

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

200000 WHEELS

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

130000 VISIBILITY

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

140000 AIR BAGS

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

020000 SUSPENSION

This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION across all model years (2003, 2015).

31 Total Recalls

314 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

5 Reported Crashes

5 Reported Fires

0 Reported Deaths

MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2015 (current)	2	5
2014	2	13	View
2013	1	4	View
2012	1	4	View
2011	3	19	View
2010	5	43	View
2009	5	2	View
2008	4	57	View
2007	1	0	View
2006	2	29	View
2005	2	22	View
2004	1	0	View
2003	2	116	View

Other MITSUBISHI Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
OUTLANDER	352	1,784	View
OUTLANDER PHEV	157	36	View
ECLIPSE	131	2,788	View
OUTLANDER SPORT	91	719	View
LANCER	69	1,136	View
GALANT	65	2,435	View
MIRAGE	53	941	View
MONTERO	47	994	View

Vehicle Safety

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Infrastructure

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2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION

Complaint Statistics

Top Reported Components

NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION

Safety Technology

EPA Fuel Economy, 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION

Technical Service Bulletins, 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION

Most Affected Components

MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION - All Years Overview

MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION - Year by Year

Other MITSUBISHI Models