2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Safety Report
2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | Moderate (2) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (26) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 5 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Power Train | Compare power train issues across vehicles. |
2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Power Train
5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Mitsubishi onlyAir Bags
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Air Bags issues Mitsubishi onlyElectrical System,Unknown Or Other
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Unknown Or Other issues Mitsubishi onlyUnknown Or Other
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Mitsubishi onlyElectrical System
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Mitsubishi onlyEngine
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Mitsubishi onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
Reliability Score
The 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution receives a reliability score of 55 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates average reliability — some notable concerns exist that prospective buyers should be aware of.
Known Issues for the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter Relay Recall Recalled by Mitsubishi for potential failure of the starter relay, which could lead to engine stalling. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Fuel Tank Assembly Recall Recalled for potential fuel leakage from the tank assembly, posing a fire risk. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Driver Seat Belt Malfunction Driver's seat belt has been reported to malfunction, potentially leading to injury in a collision. |
Low | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
| Airbag Deployment Failure Airbags have failed to deploy in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. |
High | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution:
Rust and cracking are common, posing a safety risk.
Fails frequently, causing the vehicle to stall.
Fails unexpectedly, requiring immediate repair.
Experiences communication loss, leading to power steering, cooling, and AC failure.
Recall Details for the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
The following 2 recalls have been issued for the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution by NHTSA:
Summary: 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.
Summary: 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.
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. The recall began on October 13, 2015. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-...
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 5 complaints involved crashes. 3 reported injuries or fatalities.
Needs a new motor. I know other 2015 Mitsubishi lancers were recalled for the same reason and this one should be also.
I was working on my 2015 Mitsubishi this weekend when i noticed how bad the rear subframe is rusted away. It actually has a crack along it from rusting. I do know there was a recall on the from crossmember for the same exact reason. If that were to break it could be fatal on a highway. I am currently trying to figure out what to do now since it is very unsafe.
The rear crossmember subframe is rusted out very badly, and has all the rear axel and components attached to it. This is very unacceptable for car that cost nearly 40 grand.
About 3 weeks ago I notice that the driver seat belt didn’t wanted to click to fasten the seat belt. I notice for sometime now that the car sometimes. Kind of stall then you have to step on the gas pedal to proceed and I’m afraid someone will hit me from the back because it doesn’t go when it’s suppose to also like when you turn it stalls and then you give it gas and it goes then
Without any prior warning lights or issues with the car. While i drove to work, about 10-15 miles away or 20 min drive, i came to a stop at a red light and when it turned green the car could not get into 2nd gear and would juts rev mostly in place. First gear didnt really have any pull. After a few seconds it finally took second gear but it jerked the car off causing it to stop very suddenly and t...
THE AYC/ACD PUMP ON MY VEHICLE STOPPED WORKING. VEHICLE ON HAS 33,000 MILES ON IT. THE FAILURE OF THIS PUMP IS WELL DOCUMENTED ON THE EVOLUTION X PLATFORM. THERE IS CURRENT RECALLS FOR OTHER EVOLUTION X YEARS THAT SHOULD BE EXPANDED TO INCLUDE THE 2015 MODEL. THE FAILURE IS DO IN PART TO CORROSION CAUSED BY THE LOCATION OF THE PUMP AND THE ABILITY FOR WATER, SNOW AND SALT TO GET ON AND INTO THE PU...
I PURCHASED MY VEHICLE WITH 200 MILES ON IT AT 700 MILES TOOK IT IN FOR LATCHES AND RATTLES. SINCE THAT HAIR EVERY 8K MIKES IT NEEDED A NEW CLUTCH AT 22K MILES MADTER SLAVE FAILED TRANSMISSION STARTED TO GIVE OUT AT 28K MILES. PLEASE REVIVE SAWC EVERY 1,000 MILES I'VE OWNED THAT CAR MITSUBISHI STATED NO PROBLEMS FOUND AT THIS TIME. BUT IT WAS VERY NOTICEABLE ONCE DRIVEN. I WORKED FOR ELDER MITSUSH...
WHEN YOU GO TO YOU PRESS ON THE GAS IT STARTS TO STALL OUT. THIS STARTED 24 HOURS AFTER I DRIVE OFF FROM USED CAR LOT. AND UPON FURTHER REVIEW, IT DID HAVE A RECALL AND THEY SAID THEY FIXED IT. HOWEVER IT'S DOING EXACTLY WHAT THE RECALL STATES.ITS DANGEROUS AND I HAVE BEEN CLOSE TO GETTING HIT BECAUSE THE CAR STALLS OUT.
WHEN I ACCELERATE THE CAR STALLS.AND THEN IT JERKS WHEN YOU DO ACCELERATE AND THIS MORNING IT STALLED OUT ON THE HIGHWAY AND I ALMOST GOT HIT I HAVE CONTACTED THE USED CAR LOT THAT I JUST PURCHASED THIS CAR FROM TO COMPLAIN ABOUT THIS ISSUE I'VE HAD THE CAR FOR THREE DAYS AND I'VE CALLED IN 24 HOURS AFTER I BOUGHT THE CAR IT'S DANGEROUS.IN THIS HAPPENS IN SUBDIVISIONS IT HAPPENS IN RESIDENTIAL ARE...
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
'TAKATA RECALL' I RAN INTO A TREE AT 55MPH AND HIT A TREE. WHEN I HIT THE TREE THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.
DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AT 1130 AT NIGHT NO RAIN OR ANYTHING. I HIT A DEER AT 72 MPH LOTS OF DAMAGE TO THE FRONT AND DRIVERSIDE.. MY SEST BELT WAS LOCKED BUT NOT ONE OF MY AIR BAGS COME OUT..
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 PRESSURE PLATE THAT DOES NOT HAVE ADEQUATE CLAMPING AND HOLDING ABILITIES FOR TH...
VEHICLE WILL AT RANDOM MAKE A CLICKING NOISE, WHILE ALL LIGHTS ON DASH WILL FLICKER ON & OFF. IF CAR IS IN DRIVE, IT WILL NOT SHUT OFF. HOWEVER, WHEN IN PARK, IF THE CLICKING/FLASHING OCCURS, THE CAR WILL SHUTOFF & NOT TURN BACK ON. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO MITSUBISHI DEALER SEVERAL TIMES, TO WHICH THE PROBLEM WAS NEVER SOLVED. CAR HAS BEEN STALLED OUT COMPLETELY (WILL NOT TURN ON AT ALL EXCEPT CLI...
CVT TRANSMISSION; VEHICLE HAS 45K MILES, NO RECALL WAS RECORDED FOR MY VIN BUT I CLEARLY EXPERIENCE THE STATED SYMPTOMS OF THE COMMUNICATION LOSS BETWEEN THE TRANSMISSION. WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP THERE IS A BRIEF "HESITATION " FAILURE TO MOVE. WHEN HIGHWAY DRIVING, ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE TO PASS THERE IS ALSO "HESITATION ". MY LAST CONCERN UNMENTIONED BY THE MANUFACTURER IS THE CONSTAN...
SON WAS DRIVING VEHICLE REAR ENDED A VEHICLE, AT 35 MPH, ROLLED MITSUBISHI 8 TO 9 TIMES, SLED ON ROOF ABOUT 50 FEET BEFORE COMING TO A STOP UP SIDE DOWN. AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. NOT EVEN WHEN THE TOW TRUCK FLIPPED CAR RIGHT SIDE UP.
THE VEHICLE "STUMBLES" DURING ACCELERATION AFTER COMPLETE STOP OR AFTER MAKING A LOW SPEED TURN. THE ISSUE HAS NO SYSTEMATIC REGULARITY AND WAS NOT ASSOCIATED WITH WEATHER CONDITIONS, TYPE AND ORIGIN OF GASOLINE, OR ANY COMMON ROAD CONDITIONS. THIS CAR WAS CHECKED BY GREEN COUNTRY MITSUBISHI DEALERSHIP AT BIXBY, OKLAHOMA TWO TIMES. NO MALFUNCTIONS, DEFECTS, OR ERROR CODES WERE DETECTED. SO FAR, NO...
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
I WAS TRAVELING ALONG 20 MILES BELOW THE SPEED LIMIT HAD A DEER JUMPED OUT IN FRONT OF ME I SWEAR TO MISS IT MY FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WENT OFF THE ASPHALT AND INTO SOFT DIRT AND MY CAR HIGH CENTERED ON THE RAISED LIP OF THE ROAD AND SLID DOWN THE HILLSIDE LANDING INTO TREES BOTH GOING FORWARD AND TOWARDS THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE CAR STOPPING BECAUSE OF TREES IT DESTROYED THE FRONT END THE ENTIRE ...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO EXIT THE HIGHWAY, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE TURNED 360 DEGREES AND CRASHED INTO A LAMP POST ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN IN...
Showing 20 of 26 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.
Component: Air Bags: Air Bag/Restraint Control Module
Opened 2019-04-19 · Closed 2024-09-19
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation to determine if the failure of airbags to deploy during severe crashes, in certain vehicles, was the result of a safety related defect. During the investigation a complex failure was studied that can result in non-deployment of subject vehicle air bags and other restraint system devices in severe crash events. The subject vehicles may be equipped with an airbag control unit (ACU) for the supplemental restraint system (SRS) Elec...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
Has the 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION been recalled?
Yes, the 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION has 2 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION have?
The 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION has 26 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 5 involved crashes. 3 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION?
The 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION does not have an NHTSA safety rating on file. This can happen for newer model years, specialty vehicles, or models that have not been crash-tested.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION involve power train (5 complaints), air bags (4 complaints), electrical system,unknown or other (3 complaints). Other affected components include unknown or other, electrical system, engine.
How many crash reports does the 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION have?
There are 5 crash reports associated with the 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION out of 26 total complaints (19.2% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION have?
There are no fire reports for the 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION.
How many injuries are reported for the 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION?
3 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION is research thoroughly before purchasing. It has 26 complaints, 2 recalls. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION?
The components with the most failures on the 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION are: 1. POWER TRAIN (5 complaints), 2. AIR BAGS (4 complaints), 3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER (3 complaints), 4. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2 complaints), 5. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2 complaints). POWER TRAIN is the single most-reported problem area with 5 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION?
Be cautious of the vehicle's age and history of recalls. Inspect the rear subframe for rust and ensure the AYC/ACD pump is functioning properly. The 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION has 26 NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record.
How reliable is the 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION?
The 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION receives a reliability score of 55/100, indicating average reliability. This is based on 26 owner complaints, 2 recalls, and 5 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Starter Relay Recall and Fuel Tank Assembly Recall.
What are the known issues with the 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION?
Known issues with the 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION include: Starter Relay Recall, Fuel Tank Assembly Recall, Driver Seat Belt Malfunction, Airbag Deployment Failure. These are based on patterns found across 26 NHTSA complaints. 2 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
Are there any recalls for the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution?
Yes, there are recalls for the starter relay and fuel tank assembly.
What are the common electrical system issues?
Common issues include the starter relay and fuel tank assembly recalls, as well as seat belt and airbag malfunctions.
Are there any clutch or transmission issues?
Yes, clutch failures and transmission communication loss issues have been reported.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of the vehicle's age and history of recalls. Inspect the rear subframe for rust and ensure the AYC/ACD pump is functioning properly.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution. The data includes 26 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 2 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 5 reported crashes, 3 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16