2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution problems, complaints & recalls

2026-01-22 · Unknown Or Other · 💥 crash

“my vehicle was clean title but then it was considered salvage title, it was involved in a car accident on 9/07/2023 . i never knew about the recall because i am not the first owner. how i found out about the recall was because i have to do brake and lamp inspection and it failed on 10/09/2024 so i took the vehicle to hayward mitsubishi on 10/15/202…”

2020-07-29 · Suspension · 80,000 mi

“upon inspection of the undercarriage in the rear, areas of severe corrosion has developed underneath the rear on the aluminum subframe bar that holds the rear differential and other suspension components in place such as the rear differential & lateral control bars that can surely compromise the cars ability to drive if unnoticed. additionally the …”

2020-07-21 · Structure:body · 100,000 mi

“severe rear frame rail unibody rust. specifically where the rear aluminum subframe mounts to the body. my vehicle, along with thousands other, have shared similar rust and rot from the exact same locations on 2003-2006 mitsubishi lancer evolutions. absolutely no frame protection for the steel body. there is already a recall on the front subframe fo…”

2018-04-06 · Structure:body · 145,000 mi

“while replacing front sub frame structure under recall for rust and corrosion, rust damage to the rear structure was noted by dealer. upon further inspection, there are holes in the rear structure as well.…”

2016-11-08 · Steering:column · 80,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2003 mitsubishi lancer evolution. while driving approximately 30 mph, the steering column detached without warning. the vehicle was taken to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer stated that the warranty expired and did not offer any assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 80,000. …”

2015-03-08 · Electrical System · 115,000 mi

“the vehicles kick plate where all the wires connect are all corroded its a major problem with all evos there should be a recall to get this problem fixed. *tr…”

2012-04-01 · Visibility:defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · 2,000 mi

“the heater control knob (hot/cold adjust) was difficult to turn. this was noted to the dealership after i bought the car. in addition, the magazine, motortrend, identified this issue in its review of evo vs sti. the dealer said that the part was known to sometimes stick but would be fine. about 3 months ago, 12/4/11, the knob completely broke o…”

2012-04-01 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 60,000 mi

“random p0300 error plus vibration at 2800 to 3500 rpm. contacted mitsubishi and it is a known issue with a tsb for all evo viii vehicles due to a faulty input shaft. however, mitsubishi does not cover this under warranty for 03 models as it would be out of warranty long before this issue shows up. problem occurs sporadically and causes sudden lo…”

2012-02-06 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 133,000 mi

“i got into my car to start and it would turn over but not start. after replacing the fuel pump, checking all the fuses and relays, still the same problem. the wire harness fuse block that sits inside the drivers foot well has been corroded by water from a leak in the fire wall. this is a very common problem that even goes back to the previous ge…”

2010-10-22 · Visibility:defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · 98,000 mi

“i have a 2003 mitsubishi lancer evolution. the temperature knob broke off while adjusting from cold to warm. my car is now stuck with the ac on cold, this isn't so much of a problem in the summer but it is getting rather cold now and i would really like some heat. i have also noticed that the defrost is now useless unless it needs to be on cold whi…”