2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution: Problems & Reliability
SOLID2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution: SOLID — 26 owner complaints, 1.1× the Lancer Evolution median year by raw count; top issue: powertrain / transmission (8 complaints).
CarWhere's verdict score for the 2015 is 1.08, where 1.00 is a typical Lancer Evolution year once complaints are weighted for severity and spread over time on the road, between the best line (0.75) and caution (1.25). Severity drives it: 62% of those complaints report a crash, fire or injury or involve a safety-critical system (engine, powertrain, steering, brakes or fuel).
Sources: NHTSA owner complaints (ODI), recall campaigns and manufacturer service bulletins, CarWhere verified buyer prices · Model years 2005–2015 compared · Updated 2026-11-07 · By CarWhere Research · Methodology
26
NHTSA complaints
1.1×
vs. median Lancer Evolution year
50
Service bulletins
2
Recall campaigns
Most-reported 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution problems
Powertrain / transmission is the clear leader, named in 31% of complaints.
| Component | Complaints | Share of 2015 complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain / transmission | 8 | 31% |
| Unknown or other | 6 | 23% |
| Electrical system | 6 | 23% |
| Engine | 5 | 19% |
| Air bags | 5 | 19% |
A complaint can name more than one component, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution recalls
2 recall campaigns on federal record for the 2015, reported between Aug 31, 2015 and Sep 29, 2017.
2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution service bulletins
The manufacturer has filed 50 technical service bulletins with NHTSA for the 2015 — fewer than the 72 of the median Lancer Evolution year from 2005 to 2015. Coded bulletins most often cover electrical system (12), powertrain / transmission (9), structure (4). Bulletins are repair instructions for dealer technicians, not recalls.
The 2015 vs. the year before and after
From the 2014 to the 2015, owner complaints rose 18% (22 → 26) — a step backward.
| Model year | Verdict | Complaints | Bulletins | Recalls | Avg. buyer-paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Lancer Evolution | SOLID | 22 | 65 | 2 | — |
| 2015 (this page) | SOLID | 26 | 50 | 2 | — |
Prices are averages of CarWhere verified buyer transactions (shown when 3+ deals exist for the year). Full year-by-year table: Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution years to avoid.
What to check on a used 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
Powertrain / transmission (8 complaints on the 2015): test-drive from cold through every gear and feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder; ask whether the transmission fluid has been serviced.
Electrical system (6 complaints on the 2015): test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system, and have the car scanned for stored fault codes.
Engine (5 complaints on the 2015): cold-start it yourself and listen for ticking or knocking; check for oil leaks, low coolant and a lit check-engine light, and ask for oil-change records.
Air bags (5 complaints on the 2015): confirm the air bag warning light goes out after start-up and that every air bag recall was completed on this VIN.
Structure (2 complaints on the 2015): look under the car for rust or damage around the subframe and rockers, open every door and the liftgate, and check panel gaps for signs of repair.
Recalls: confirm all 2 campaigns above were completed on this VIN.
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FAQ
Is the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution reliable?
2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution: SOLID — 26 owner complaints, 1.1× the Lancer Evolution median year by raw count; top issue: powertrain / transmission (8 complaints). CarWhere's verdict score for the 2015 is 1.08, where 1.00 is a typical Lancer Evolution year once complaints are weighted for severity and spread over time on the road, between the best line (0.75) and caution (1.25).
What are the most common 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution problems?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the most-reported areas on the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution are powertrain / transmission (8, 31%), unknown or other (6, 23%), electrical system (6, 23%). The manufacturer has 50 service bulletins on file for this model year.
How many recalls does the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution have?
2 recall campaigns on federal record for the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, most recently 17V609000 (Sep 29, 2017, electrical system); 15V546000 (Aug 31, 2015, fuel system, gasoline). Recall completion is VIN-specific, so check the exact car.
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Sources & method
Complaint, recall and service-bulletin counts for the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution come from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation; the verdict is CarWhere’s severity-weighted, time-on-road-adjusted score compared with the model’s own median year. Complaints are owner allegations, not verified defects. Full methodology.