2008 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO Electronic stability control Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 17%of 23 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 58,402miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the electronic stability control of the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO, 17% of the 23 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 58,402 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have been the only owner of this car and am learning much now that my warranty has expired. I took my car to be diagnosed at fitzgerald Mitsubishi in annapolis md, and was told that it was an 800 or 3100 dollar fix, depending on which job needed to be done. The big fix is the ayc/adc hydraulic unit that pressurizes the clutches in the differential. What causes the failure is corrosion. This unit is placed behind the rh rear tire and has very little protection from the elements. This unit needs to be relocated or better shielding needs to be attached. …”
NHTSA complaint #10605444, filed 2014-06, 70,055 miles“All Mitsubishi lancer evolution x from years 2008 through the cars final gear in 2015 suffer from a design flaw to the s-awc system. The active yaw control / active center differential system relies on a pump in order to operate . The location is unprotected from the elements and thousands of them have failed to date. . Mine failed which rendered my car to no longer drive in a predictable or safe manner. The all wheel drive and stability control system was compromised and traction control no longer functions as expected. …”
NHTSA complaint #11193740, filed 2019-04, 120,000 miles“Was driving vehicle and warning light service required and a symbol indicating the all-wheel drive suspension appeared. Had code read and my vehicle suffered a acd pump failure. It is a crucial feature to the sophisticated awd stability control system that makes an evo special . This is a part of the drive train that is not covered in the drive train warranty. They all fail and they are expensive and they become corroded due to location, design, and lack of proper protection from the elements and road splatter. This should be a recalled item from the manufacturer. …”
NHTSA complaint #10554876, filed 2013-12, 46,750 miles“During cold weather (approximately 40 degrees or less) during the evening, my super all-wheel-control servicing light was triggered during a low speed turn. This indicates a faulty or failing awc/ayc pump, a mechanical component which provides ayc fluid to the front and rear differential of the vehicle, aiding in stability control. When the pump is inoperable, decreased (or no) pressure/fluid is sent to the differentials of the vehicle, which can cause serious drivetrain damage and failure-- thus the ayc pump is recognized by Mitsubishi as a critical component of the drive train. …”
NHTSA complaint #10511795, filed 2013-05, 42,000 milesElectronic stability control: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 4 | 17% |
| 2006 | 1 | 10% |
Other parts of the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO
14 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsElectrical system
1 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsFuel system
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO
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.
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