repaired · 2016 Q3
Defroster/defogger/hvac system: fan/motor
Risk. Failure of the blower motor may reduce the performance of the windshield defroster, diminishing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
2011 Mitsubishi Lancer EvolutionProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 11 owner complaints about the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, most often about the power train. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 14V-562 the manufacturer reports only 45% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 7, 2017. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution has problems
11 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
7Power train
3Electronic stability control (ESC)
2Electrical system
2Fuel/propulsion system
1Equipment adaptive/mobility
1Seat belts
1Suspension
1Vehicle speed control
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 7 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 1 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2011 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.
repaired · 2016 Q1
Gasoline: belts and associated pulleys
Risk. If the drive belt detaches, the battery may discharge, resulting in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q1
Power train: manual transmission
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.
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
2011 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
2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution safety ratings
2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 4 DR AWD 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 power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
ACD/AYC PUMP HAS COMPLETELY STOP WORKING IN MY VEHICLE. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO BE SERVICE AND THE PERSON WHO WAS DOING THE SERVICE ON MY CAR TOLD ME THAT THE ACD/AYC PUMP HAS GONE OUT AND I NEED A REPLACEMENT. I FOUND THAT WEIRD, BECAUSE I HAVE NOT DRIVEN MY CAR FOR ROUGHLY ABOUT A MONTH AND FOR AN…
THE AYC PUMP FAILED BY DISPLAYING A BLINKING TARMAC LIGHT. IT CONSTANTLY FLASHES WHILE DRIVING. THE AYC PUMP CORRELATES WITH THE STEERING AND STABILITY CONTROL FOR THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL. THIS IS A BIG HAZARD. THE AYC PUMP SHOULD BE RELOCATED TO THE TRUNK COMPARTMENT SO IT IS NOT EXPOSED TO WEATHER…
TARMAC ICON BLINKS INCESSANTLY ON THE DISPLAY PANEL, AS ONE DRIVES. THE BLINKING CAN CAUSE PHOTOSENSITIVE EPILEPSY (PSE), WHICH IS A FORM OF EPILEPSY SEIZURES TRIGGERED BY VISUAL STIMULI THAT FORM PATTERNS IN TIME OR SPACE, SUCH AS FLASHING LIGHTS, BOLD, REGULAR PATTERNS, OR REGULAR MOVING…
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