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2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

No verdict

Complaint Index

20/100

#5 most-complained of 6 Lancer Evolution years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution has 3 complaints, a complaint index of 20, and ranks 5th of 6 model years for reported problems. It carries 2 recalls covering electrical relays and the fuel system/parking brake cable.

Complaints
3
Recalls
2
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
19
17 city / 22.5 hwy

Top 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Transmission & Powertrain3 (100%)
  2. Engine1 (33%)
  3. Steering1 (33%)

What owners report

  • AWD system stopped working during driving in slippery conditions, with a service bulletin noted for the center diff pump located behind the rear tire where debris collects
  • Clutch failed at 10,000 miles despite no reported abuse, with owners questioning whether the clamping capacity matched the engine's torque output
  • Serpentine belt tensioner cracked and released the belt, causing loss of power steering, cooling, and AC and stopping the car in the road
  • Transmission and powertrain issues account for all sampled complaints, with median mileage at failure of 17,518 miles
2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution complaints: complaints filed per month3Dec 2016Nov 2017Feb 2019
5 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2016 to Feb 2019; peak Feb 2019 (3).

2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 17V609000Sep 29, 2017Electrical System132,552 vehicles

    Electrical system:starter assembly:relay

    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.

    Risk: 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.

  2. NHTSA 15V546000Aug 31, 2015Fuel System1,497 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly

    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 have a right parking brake cable that may contact the fuel tank, wearing away the tank's protective coating.

    Risk: 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. The recall began on October 13, 2015. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-15-009.

2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution fuel economy and fuel cost

City
17 MPG
Highway
22.5 MPG
Combined
19 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$4,200
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Premium
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2015 compared with other Lancer Evolution years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100201020112012201320142015
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2013No verdict404119
2014Avoid806219
2015No verdict203219

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution reliable?
NHTSA lists only 3 complaints for the 2015 Lancer Evolution with a complaint index of 20, ranking it 5th out of 6 model years. Its top reported problem area is Transmission & Powertrain.
What are the main problems with the 2015 Lancer Evolution?
All sampled complaints involve the transmission and powertrain, including AWD failure, clutch failure, and a related engine belt tensioner issue. Median mileage at failure was 17,518 miles.
Does the 2015 Lancer Evolution have any recalls?
Yes, it has 2 recalls: one for a defective electrical relay (campaign 17V609000) and one covering the fuel system and right parking brake cable (campaign 15V546000). Neither is a do-not-drive recall.
How does the 2015 Lancer Evolution compare to other years?
With a complaint index of 20 and rank of 5th worst out of 6 years, it reports fewer issues than the 2010 model (complaint index 100, Avoid) and the 2011 and 2014 models, which are also flagged Avoid or Caution.
What is the fuel economy of the 2015 Lancer Evolution?
EPA rates it at 19 mpg combined (17 city / 22.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,200.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.