Lancer Evolution (2011)
NHTSA files most complaints about this model under the 2008-2017 Mitsubishi Lancer, and they are counted on that page. This page counts only the 11 complaints whose own record names the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution.
Reliability Score
Complaints by Engine Code
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Unidentified Engine
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Complaint Breakdown
Owner Complaints by System
Complaints owners filed with NHTSA about the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, counted across every engine. A complaint can name more than one system.
Recalls (3)
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.
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.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common 2011-2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution complaints?
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011-2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution. The systems they name most often are the transmission, the electrical system and the fuel system.
Is the 2011-2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution a good used car?
That depends on the model year, the mileage and the maintenance history of the car in front of you. Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011-2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution. Check which systems they name most often and whether a recall is still open on that car.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2011-2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution have?
NHTSA has 11 owner complaints on file for the 2011-2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution as of the latest data pull. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.
What recalls affect the 2011-2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls covering some 2011-2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution vehicles. Which ones apply depends on the VIN: enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see the open campaigns on a specific car.
What should I check before buying a used Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution?
Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm every open recall has been done. Look hardest at the transmission, the electrical system and the fuel system, the systems owners complain about most. Ask for maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the car and run a vehicle history report for prior accidents and title issues.
Does the Lancer Evolution have NHTSA crash test ratings?
NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 11 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: low. Last updated: 2026-10-12.