2006 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO Problems
- Complaints
- 10filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 15,985miles, 10 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 8 complaints (80% of the total), followed by electrical system (1) and electronic stability control (1). 10 of the complaints include a mileage, and 90% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 15,985 miles. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 25 technical service bulletins for this model year. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 5 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 5 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system1 10%
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “I have a 2006 Mitsubishi lancer evolution se. The car only has 13,000 miles and the clutch has failed. Its a $2,600 repair. Mitsubishi refuses to fix it under warranty.”
NHTSA complaint #10224658, filed 2008-04, 13,180 milesElectrical system: “1. Srs light, horn going off for no reason, any and all dash functions going off for no reason. 2. Water leaking in cabin due to improper seal of a wiring harness that goes through firewall. Caused wiring harness to be corroded and need to be replaced. 3. Dealer replaced all wiring harnesses in interior of car and sealed up leaking area.”
NHTSA complaint #10237238, filed 2008-08, 40,000 milesElectronic stability control: “My active central differential pump failed. About 4 months ago all of the fluid was gone so I refilled it. Last week it was empty again so I filled it and the fluid just dumped out on my driveway. The car only has 82000 miles on it.”
NHTSA complaint #11073203, filed 2018-02, 82,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
90% of the 10 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 13,180 and 38,726 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 25 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10240443Jul 21, 2023Equipment. This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
- 10235609Apr 24, 2023Body and structure. This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
- 10235608Apr 24, 2023Equipment. This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more…
- 10235606Apr 21, 2023Equipment. This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
- 10226083Oct 17, 2022Air bags. This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers that with permission from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles notification letters are being sent to vehicle owners with New York…
- 10211530Apr 7, 2022Other or unknown, Exterior lighting. This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a…
- 10186792Jan 6, 2021Air bags. This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers informing then MMNA has put together a new limited-time promotional offer for customers affected by the Takata Airbag Inflator Recall Campaign…
- 10180778Sep 30, 2020Equipment, Other or unknown, Engine cooling. This TSB provides the addition of Hood Air Outlet Maintenance Procedure due to a change in suppliers. Addition of Reassembly Service Points Addition of color information
- 10169006Nov 26, 2019Equipment. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10163703Jul 30, 2019Equipment. This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label.
Other model years of the Mitsubishi Lancer EVO
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 23 | 47,250 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2006 | 10 | 15,985 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Mitsubishi Lancer EVO model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO have?
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 8 complaints (80% of the total), followed by electrical system with 1.
Has the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO reported?
Among the 10 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 15,985 miles and the middle half falls between 13,180 and 38,726 miles; 90% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.