repaired · 2017 Q1
Storage: tank assembly
Risk. Without the protective coating, the fuel tank may rust and leak.
2014 Mitsubishi Lancer EvolutionProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, most often about the power train. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 15V-546 the manufacturer reports only 57% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 7, 2019. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution has problems
6 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Power train1 crash/fire/injury
3Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
2Engine1 crash/fire/injury
1Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
1Wheels1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 3 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 1 |
| Engine | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2014 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 · 2015 Q4
Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
Risk. Due to abrasion and rust, a hole may develop in the power steering tube, allowing the fluid to leak out, resulting in added steering effort, increasing the…
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
2014 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
2014 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution safety ratings
2014 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
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, and the recalls they led to.
- Electrical overstressLed to recall 20V-024
In owners' words
What Lancer Evolution owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
ON 09/15/2018 AT ROUGHLY 11:30 AM WHILE OPERATING MY 2014 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION X WITH 32,XXX MILES I EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF POWER, INCREASED EXHAUST NOISE AND THE ILLUMINATION OF POWERTRAIN FAULT LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. AFTER PULLING OFF THE ROADWAY TO INSPECT THE ISSUE A SMALL…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE CLUTCH PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, AN ABNORMAL CLICKING SOUND EMITTED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND DISCOVERED THAT BRAKE FLUID WAS LEAKING INSIDE THE VEHICLE ONTO THE FLOOR BOARD. THE…
ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2014, I PURCHASED A 2014 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION GSR. ON OCTOBER 17, 2014, WITH A LITTLE OVER 2700 MILES THE SERVICE/MAINTENANCE LIGHT COMES ON AND I DROVE THE CAR TO MITSUBISHI TO HAVE THEM CHECK THE CAR OUT. ON OCTOBER 21, 2014, I RETURNED TO DEALER AND THE CAR WAS IMMEDIATELY…
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