Does the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, the most recent reported on September 29, 2017 (Electrical system: starter assembly, relay). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution?

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (3 complaints), followed by engine (1).

How many 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 3 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution recalls and problems

2 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution recalls

Electrical system: starter assembly, relay

NHTSA campaign 17V609000 · reported September 29, 2017 · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. · 132,552 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.

Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly · Parking brake

NHTSA campaign 15V546000 · reported August 31, 2015 · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. · 1,497 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The 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.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Power train3
Engine1
Steering1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Feb 19, 2019 · Engine · 65,000 miles
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

Nov 3, 2017 · Power train · 10,000 miles
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 INSTALLED A CLUTCH AND…

Dec 19, 2016 · Power train · 17,518 miles
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.

Lancer Evolution model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2012	1	3	0	0
2013	1	4	0	1
2014	2	6	1	1
2015	2	3	0	0

Across all years, the 2003 Lancer Evolution has the most complaints (98). All Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution years →

Questions

Does the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, the most recent reported on September 29, 2017 (Electrical system: starter assembly, relay). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution?: Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (3 complaints), followed by engine (1).
How many 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 3 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received February 19, 2019.