2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution recalls and problems

The 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution has 3 safety recalls and 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Mitsubishi dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution recalls

Recall 15V-233: Visibility

Reported Apr 20, 2015 · 76,958 vehicles affected · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Problem: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Lancer vehicles manufactured March 16, 2009, to March 30, 2011, 2010-2011 Lancer Sportback vehicles manufactured June 17, 2009, to December 1, 2010, 2010-2011 Lancer Evolution vehicles manufactured July 14, 2009, to January 7, 2011, 2009-2011 Outlander vehicles manufactured February 10, 2009, to June 22, 2011, and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured August 26, 2010, to November 19, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the blower motor may fail.

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.

Fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace a suspect blower motor, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-15-003.

Recall 14V-562: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Sep 12, 2014 · 165,923 vehicles affected · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Problem: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Lancer, Lancer Evolution, and Outlander; 2009-2011 Lancer Sportback, Lancer Rilliart, and Lancer Sportback Ralliart; and 2011 Outlander Sport vehicles. The affected vehicles, manufactured with 4B1 engines, have an engine pulley and belt arrangement for turning the alternator, the cooling fan and the power steering pump (if equipped). These pulleys may experience unusual wear and allow for belt detachment.

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

Fix: Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive belt with a rubber belt. Drive pulleys that are excessively worn will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2014. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-14-009.

Recall 13V-446: Power Train

Reported Sep 19, 2013 · 10,474 vehicles affected · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

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.

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.

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.

2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	7
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	3
Electrical System	2
Fuel/Propulsion System	2
Seat Belts	1
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility	1
Suspension	1
Vehicle Speed Control	1
Unknown or Other	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 38,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 48,000 miles · reported Dec 7, 2017

After filling up on gasoline, my 4 year old mentioned that she smelled gas in the car. I immediately got home and pulled into my garage and smelled it, too. Then next morning, my garage was overwhelmed with the fumes. After having a mechanic inspect the car, he found gas was leaking from the top of the tank, where the fuel pump goes. Apparently, it was completely corroded, which caused the plastic fuel pump housing attached to it to crack and subsequently leak fuel everywhere. This fuel pump housing is located directly beneath my son's car seat, on the driver's side back seat. This is a…

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 44,000 miles · reported Dec 8, 2016

The contact owns a 2011 mitsubishi lancer evolution. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor while the vehicle was operated at any speed. The failure occurred without warning. The dealer could not diagnose the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 44,000.

Power Train · at 69,000 miles · reported Jul 21, 2015

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 issue to pop up was very weird. After doing research, I seems that multiple people have the same issue were these pumps go out unexpected. There are only 1400-1600 of these cars made year in the states and to see many people have this problem in the U.S. And around the world mind boggling to many of…

Power Train · reported Oct 26, 2014

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 conditions like snow and rain. This will protect the ayc pump from failing. The warranty will not cover this failed pump at all.

Suspension · at 21,900 miles · reported Sep 26, 2014

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 patterns. I found out later, the blinking is an indicator the acd pump - active center differential - is failing and it's only a matter of time before the component completely gives out. Many, many individuals from the community experiences the acd pump failure due to design and placement of the component in…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution: 15V-233 (visibility), 14V-562 (engine and engine cooling), 13V-446 (power train). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution?

Owners report power train problems most often (7 reports), followed by electronic stability control (esc) (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 38,500 miles.

Are Mitsubishi recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Mitsubishi dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.