This page covers 4 recalls, 28 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution.
18–19 mpg combined
12.4–13.1 L/100km
Compact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
Powertrain complaints dominate the 2010 Lancer Evolution's complaint picture, with drivetrain and all-wheel-drive system failures making up the largest share of what owners report. The most common theme is the active center differential and all-wheel-drive hydraulic unit failing, often triggering a "4WD System Service Required" or "Four Wheel Drive Disabled" warning on the dash. Owners describe the car becoming noticeably unstable when this happens, particularly at highway speeds. Several owners also report the transfer case developing a loud whining noise that worsens with speed, with some describing concern that the unit could lock up entirely. The second notable area is the electronic stability control system, where owners report the ABS and stability control warning lights illuminating and those systems going offline. A smaller number of engine-related complaints describe issues ranging from injector problems to more severe internal engine failures.
28
Total Complaints
1
Fire-Related
By System
The 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution has 4 recalls, the most serious being a sunroof glass panel that can detach while driving and become a road hazard, and a clutch master cylinder failure that can make it impossible to shift gears.
On the electrical side, unstable voltage can cause the headlights, taillights, and windshield wipers to cut out intermittently. The blower motor can also fail, which reduces the windshield defroster's ability to clear the glass and limits the driver's forward visibility.
At a glance
What can fail
The sunroof glass may separate from the sunroof assembly, potentially falling onto the roadway and hazarding other vehicles.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the sunroof glass assembly at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
At a glance
What can fail
The blower motor that circulates air through the cabin heating and cooling system may fail and stop working.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the blower motor at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The electronic control unit that operates your headlights, taillights, and windshield wipers may have unstable voltage due to a manufacturing error.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the affected electronic control unit at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The clutch master cylinder may fail in certain 2008-2013 Lancer Evolution vehicles built between December 12, 2007, and March 5, 2013.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the clutch master cylinder at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
