2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 13%of 24 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 72,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the suspension of the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, 13% of the 24 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 72,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“Spring seat broke at weld joint to shock tube. Spring translated in the z direction until it was in direct contact with the tire. Upon breakage vehicle had extensive spring rubbing against tire.”
NHTSA complaint #10626474, filed 2014-08, 72,000 miles“The rear subframe of my vehicle exhibits significant corrosion perforation where the rear axle and suspension mounts to the body. The rust is so bad, that I'm worried if I hit a pothole the entire rear subframe assembly / control arms could detach, resulting in an accident. The vehicle has been incredibly well maintained, has always been washed throughout the winter months (undercarriage), and the body does not show any rust. I have not been involved in any loss of control, etc ... Just concerned this could happen. …”
NHTSA complaint #11081338, filed 2018-03“Rear subframe where the rear differential and suspension bolts onto is rusted, just like the front subframe . Many owners 2003-2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution owners are having this same issue. Mitsubishi recently issued a recall on the front subframe due to rust. The rear subframe is also a concern and is worst than the front.”
NHTSA complaint #11140222, filed 2018-10Related recalls
- 16V458000Jun 23, 2016Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2002-2007 Lancer, 2004 Lancer Wagon, 2003-2006 Lancer Evolution, 2003-2006…Covers: Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 2003–2006, Outlander 2003–2013, Lancer 2002–2007 +1 more
Related service bulletins
- 10170071Jul 22, 2015This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170086Nov 1, 2012This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
Suspension: other model years
Other parts of the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
10 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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