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2009 Mitsubishi Lancer EvolutionProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, most often about the engine. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-071 the manufacturer reports only 26% of affected cars repaired.

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls5Lowest repair rate 26%Owner complaints20 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage90kEngine, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 24, 2020. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.

Complaints by system

Where the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution has problems

2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Engine10
Tires10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

5 recalls

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

26%repaired · 2019 Q2

Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly

Recall 18V-071 · Jan 26, 2018 · 56,641 vehicles · 14,525 repaired

Risk. If the sunroof glass detaches from the assembly while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

45%repaired · 2016 Q1

Gasoline: belts and associated pulleys

Recall 14V-562 · Sep 12, 2014 · 165,923 vehicles · 75,468 repaired

Risk. If the drive belt detaches, the battery may discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

57%repaired · 2015 Q1

Power train: manual transmission

Recall 13V-446 · Sep 19, 2013 · 10,474 vehicles · 6,014 repaired

Risk. Failure of the clutch master cylinder reduces the ability to shift the vehicle into or out of gear, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Show 1 more recall

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mitsubishi.

Best & worst years

2009 vs. every other Lancer Evolution year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Lancer Evolution median. How we score

'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution safety ratings

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 4-DR w/SAB in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: No
  • Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words

What Lancer Evolution owners report

Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVE BELT WAS MAKING A LOUD SQUEAKING NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO UNIVERSAL MITSUBISHI (1125 CENTRAL AVE, DUARTE, CA…
Complaint 11376190 · Nov 24, 2020 · 90,000 miles

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