Power train: manual transmissionRecall 13V-446 · 2008–2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. recall 13V-446 covers 10,474 2008–2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution for a power train: manual transmission problem, reported to NHTSA on September 19, 2013. The manufacturer's latest report (2015 Q1) shows 57% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V446000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Lancer Evolution vehicles manufactured from December 12, 2007, through March 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the clutch master cylinder can fail.
The 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.
The fix
Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected clutch master cylinders free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2013. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's campaign number for this recall is SR-13-009.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.