2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
No verdict The 2015 Lancer Evolution has a complaint index of 30, ranking 8th worst out of 11 model years, with 3 complaints and 2 recalls. Transmission and powertrain issues account for all reported complaints, with a median failure mileage of 17,518 miles.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 30/100
- #8 of 11 Lancer Evolution years
- Verdict
- No verdict
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 3
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 2
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Transmission & Powertrain
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 19
- 17 city / 22.5 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Transmission & Powertrain3 (100%)
- Engine1 (33%)
- Steering1 (33%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- All-wheel-drive system stopped working while driving in slippery conditions, tied to a center differential pump mounted where debris collects.
- Clutch failed at low mileage despite normal use, with owners questioning whether the clutch and pressure plate could handle the engine's torque output.
- A timing/serpentine belt tensioner cracked and released the belt, causing loss of power steering, cooling, and air conditioning while driving.
2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- 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.
- 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
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution reliable?
- NHTSA lists a complaint index of 30 for the 2015 model, ranking 8th worst among 11 Lancer Evolution model years, so it sits in the middle of the pack rather than at either extreme.
- What are the most common problems with the 2015 Lancer Evolution?
- All 3 recorded complaints fall under Transmission & Powertrain, including AWD failure and clutch failure, with a median mileage at failure of 17,518 miles.
- Does the 2015 Lancer Evolution have any recalls?
- Yes, two recalls: one for a defective electrical relay (campaign 17V609000) and one for a fuel system issue involving the parking brake cable and fuel tank inspection (campaign 15V546000). Neither is a do-not-drive recall.
- How does the 2015 model compare to other Lancer Evolution years?
- With a complaint index of 30, the 2015 model has fewer reported problems than years like 2010 (index 100, Avoid) or 2008 (index 90, Avoid), but more than 2007 or 2009.