2005 Mitsubishi Lancer evolution problems
The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, popularly referred to as the 'Evo', is a sports sedan and rally car based on the Lancer that was manufactured by Japanese manufacturer Mitsubishi Motors from 1992 until 2016. There have been ten official versions to date, and the designation of each model is most commonly a Roman numeral. All generations use two-litre intercooled turbo inline four-cylinder engines and all-wheel drive systems.
The Lancer was originally intended only for Japanese markets, but demand on the "grey import" market led the Evolution series to be offered through Ralliart dealer networks in the United Kingdom and in various European markets from around 1998. Mitsubishi decided to export the eighth generation Evolution to the United States in 2003 after witnessing the success Subaru had in that market the previous year with the Subaru Impreza WRX.
All domestic-market versions, until the release of the Evolution IX in 2005, were limited by a gentlemen's agreement between Japanese car manufacturers to advertise no more than 280 PS (206 kW; 276 hp). However, sources say Mitsubishi had already been producing cars with more power but had been underrating the official power outputs in order to comply with the agreement. Therefore, each subsequent version has unofficially evolved above the advertised power figures, with the Japanese-market Evolution IX reaching an alleged output of around 321 PS (236 kW; 317 hp). Various special versions available in other markets, particularly the UK, have official power outputs up to 446 PS (328 kW; 440 hp).
The tenth and final generation of the Lancer Evolution, the Evolution X, was launched in Japan in 2007, and overseas markets in 2008. The Evolution X was produced for almost 10 years until Mitsubishi retired the Lancer Evolution in April 2016.
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Common 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer evolution problems
The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 2005 is a high-powered sports car that requires a lot of maintenance and care. One of the most common problems with this car is related to its transmission. The Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) in the Lancer Evolution 2005 is known for dying around 100,000 miles. Transmission replacement is a costly repair, but regular transmission fluid flushes can help extend the life of the transmission.
Another issue that Lancer Evolution 2005 owners have reported is premature failure of front struts. This problem is quite common and is often reported by members of the evolutionm forum. Other issues that have been reported include evaporator failure, idle control valve problems, and actuator issues. While these problems are not very expensive to fix, they can still be a nuisance for owners.
The Lancer Evolution 2005's interior may also disappoint luxury-seeking folks. While the car offers adequate space for a five-seater sports sedan, the interior is not as luxurious as some other cars in its class. The transmission tunnel is quite prominent, which can make it difficult for taller passengers to get comfortable in the back seat. The cargo capacity of 10.2 cu ft is adequate for a road trip, but the interior may not be as comfortable as some other cars in its class.
When it comes to reliability, the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 2005 is not a dealbreaker. However, the car was designed for performance rather than reliability, so some issues may arise. The sorted suspension and capable AWD drivetrain make the Lancer Evolution 2005 one of the best performers when the roads go for a toss. The independent front and rear suspension with coil springs and anti-roll bars tuned to the stiffer side, shocks from Bilstein, 17" Enkei rims wrapped in the wide 235-section Yokohama tires, and a limited slip differential all contribute to the car's impressive performance.
In summary, the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 2005 is a high-powered sports car that requires regular maintenance and care. The car's transmission is known for dying around 100,000 miles, but regular transmission fluid flushes can help extend its life. Other issues that have been reported include premature failure of front struts, evaporator failure, idle control valve problems, and actuator issues. The car's interior may not be as luxurious as some other cars in its class, but the sorted suspension and capable AWD drivetrain make it one of the best performers on the road.
Is Mitsubishi Lancer 2005 reliable?
Mitsubishi Lancer is a small to medium Japanese car designed and made to a high quality, making it one of the leaders in the reliability stakes.
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How reliable are Mitsubishi Lancer Evolutions?
Despite what you may have heard, the Evo X has a stellar reputation for reliability. The stock aluminum 4B11T engine can easily handle 400-plus horsepower with a larger-than-stock turbo and decent tune. Non-modified cars will soldier on well past 100,000 miles with only minimal maintenance–and lots of new tires.
What is the mileage of petrol in Lancer 2005?
The petrol mileage for Mitsubishi Lancer [2004-2012] is 10.72 kmpl and the diesel mileage for Mitsubishi Lancer [2004-2012] is 12.5 kmpl.
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer evolution car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Mitsubishi Lancer evolution problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Suspension problems
- Power train problems
- Steering problems
- Electrical system problems
- Air bags problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer evolution vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer evolution complaints
The NHTSA has received 16 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer evolution.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-08
- VIN: JA3AH86D85U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: WATER HAS MADE ITS WAY THROUGH THE GROMMET IN THE DRIVER SIDE WHEEL WELL, DOWN THE HARNESS, AND RESTS IN THE CONNECTORS BEHIND THE KICK PANEL UNDER THE DASH. WIRES/CONNECTORS HAVE BECOME CORRODED CAUSING SEVERAL PROBLEMS, INCLUDING: LIGHTS WILL NOT TURN OFF, AND NEITHER WILL THE ENGINE AFTER KEYS ARE REMOVED AND EVEN AFTER THE BATTERY IS DISCONNECTED.
SUSPENSION,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-05-31
- VIN: JA3AH86D65U
- Components: SUSPENSION,AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 15V321000 (AIR BAGS) FOR THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT AIR BAG INFLATOR AND 16V458000 (SUSPENSION) FOR THE LOWER CONTROL ARM. THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-12-30
- VIN: JA3AH86D15U
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: FOUND EXCESSIVE RUST CAUSING STRUCTURAL DAMAGE TO REAR UNI BODY FRAME SIDE MEMBERS. APPEARS TO HAVE RUSTED FROM THE INSIDE OUT, SIMILAR TO THEIR CURRENT FRONT SUB FRAME RUST RECALL. AT THIS TIME NO ACCIDENTS/ DAMAGE CAUSED BUT LIKELY WILL RESULT IN UNI BODY WEAKENING AND POSSIBLE SUSPENSION/ STRUCTURAL FAILURE
POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-21
- Components: POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING I HAD ALL 3 ACD LIGHTS COME ON. UPON FURTHER INVESTIGATING AND A TRIP TO THE DEALERSHIP I WAS TOLD MY ACD PUMP WAS BAD AND I WOULD NEED A NEW ONE. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM IN THESE CARS THAT STILL HASN'T BEEN FIXED WITH THE NEWER MODELS. I WAS QUOTED 2400 DOLLARS JUST FOR THE PUMP, NOT INCLUDING LABOR, AND THAT DOESN'T GUARANTEE THAT IT WON'T HAPPEN AGAIN. *TR
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-01
- VIN: JA3AH86D75U
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE BECAME VERY UNSTABLE AND PULLED TO THE LEFT. THE VEHICLE ALSO EXPERIENCED SEVERE OVERSTEERING WHEN TURNING. IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM WAS FAULTY DUE TO CORROSION AND RUSTING OF THE SUBFRAME. THE DEALER REPAIRED THE VEHICLE PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V458000 (SUSPENSION) IN WHICH AN ANTI-CORROSION AGENT WAS APPLIED, BUT THE FAILURES CONTINUED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 187,000.
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-15
- VIN: JA3AH86D75U
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: LOWER CONTROL ARM LOOSE / DISCONNECTED FROM SUBFRAME, CAUSING STABILITY AND CONTROL PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLE RESULTING IN UNSAFE OPERATION AT ANY SPEED AND AT ANY TIME WHICH THE VEHICLE IA BEING OPERATED.THE SOCKET ON THE SUBFRAME HAS DEEP RUST AND AN IRREGULAR HOLE VISIBLE. BOB PENKHUS MITSUBISHI REFUSES TO PERFORM THE RECALL WHICH ADDRESSES THIS ISSUE OF CORROSION OF THE SUBFRAME, SPECIFICALLY WHERE THE LOWER CONTROL ARM ATTACHES TO THE VEHICLE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-03-15
- VIN: JA3AH86D05U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY,AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE SRS AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON, THE WIPERS WON'T STOP RUNNING. THE HORN STARTS ON ITSELF. ALL IS RELATED TO WATER ENTERING IN THE INNER FENDER, SHORTING ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS. THIS HAPPENS WHEN IT'S RAINY OUTSIDE. THIS HAPPENS TO EVERY EVOLUTION OWNER THAT I KNOW. I DON'T KNOW IF THERE IS A RISK WITH AIR BAGS NOT WORKING CAUSED BY THAT, BUT THAT HIGHLY CONCERNS ME. IF THERE IS AN ACCIDENT, I WOULD WANT TO BE SURE THAT THE AIRBAGS WILL DEPLOY... THANKS FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE. *TR
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-07-13
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JA3AH86D95U
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TRAVELING ON FREEWAY IN NUMBER 3 LANE, FRONT DRIVE TRAIN LOCKED UP. CAR SKIDDED FOR APPROX 60 FEET AND THAN VEERED TO THE LEFT AND WAS STRUCK IN THE NUMBER 1 LANE. *KB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-05-02
- VIN: JA3AH86D25U
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: MY CAR WAS PURCHASED ON 11/23/05. ONE WEEK AFTER PURCHASE, SERVICE MANAGER INFORMED ME THAT MY OIL WAS REALLY LOW AND ADDED A QUART OF OIL. HE ADVISED ME TO CHECK THE OIL LEVEL REGULARLY. I NOTICED THAT I HAD TO ADD A QUART OF OIL EVERY 1,000 MILES OR SO. I VOICED MY CONCERN TO THE SERVICE MANAGER WHEN I HAD MY FIRST OIL CHANGE AND WAS TOLD THAT "A QUART OF OIL LOSS PER 1,000 MILES IS NORMAL". I CHECKED MY OIL REGULARLY TO AVOID ANY PROBLEMS UNTIL ONE DAY, I FOUND OUT ABOUT OIL CONSUMPTION TESTS. I TOLD THE SERVICE MANAGER ABOUT IT AND HE ARRANGED TO HAVE IT DONE ON MY NEXT OIL CHANGE. THE FIRST OIL CONSUMPTION TEST REVEALED ABNORMAL RESULTS WHICH PROMPTED THEM TO REPAIR THE PROBLEM. ANOTHER OIL CONSUMPTION TEST WAS DONE AND IT SHOWED A MORE FAVORABLE RESULT. I CHECK THE OIL LEVEL REGULARLY AND STILL NOTICE THAT I ADD A QUART OF OIL EVERY 1,000 MILES. I SPOKE TO THE SERVICE MANAGER ABOUT IT AND WAS TOLD THAT IT WAS NORMAL. I WENT TO ANOTHER DEALER TO HAVE THE OIL CONSUMPTION CHECKED. THE FIRST OIL CONSUMPTION TEST REVEALED A QUART OF OIL LOSS PER 1000 MILES AND THE SECOND TEST REVEALED AN ABNORMAL RESULT OF A QUART AND A QUARTER OIL LOSS PER 1000 MILES. I WAS THEN TOLD BY THE SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TO CONTACT MITSUBISHI CORPORATE OFFICE TO REPORT THE RESULT. NOW I'M ASKING FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE IN SOLVING THIS PROBLEM. THANK YOU. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-01-11
- VIN: JA3AH86D25U
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: TURNED WARPED BRAKE ROTOR. PROBLEM CAME BACK, UNSAFE TO DRIVE DUE TO POOR HANDLING WHEN BRAKING. *JB
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-01-05
- VIN: JA3AH86D05U
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: FRONT BEARINGS ARE LOOSE CAUSING ERRATIC STEERING, PREMATURE TIRE WEAR AND PREMATURE BRAKE WEAR. *JB
TIRES,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-02-01
- VIN: JA3AH86D05U
- Components: TIRES,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: CONSUMER COMPLAINT REGARDING THE NEED FOR MUD FLAPS ON 2005 MITSUBISHI EVOLUTION VIII LANCER. *TS THE CONSUMER STATED WITHOUT THE MUD FLAPS, THE TIRES STICK OUT 1.5 INCHES PAST WHEEL WELLS. THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN A RIGHT TURN WAS MADE, OR A SPEED BUMP WAS HIT, A STRANGE NOISE WOULD EMIT FROM THE VEHICLE AND THEN A POP SOUND COULD BE HEARD. THE DEALER TOLD THE CONSUMER GRAVEL WAS STUCK INTO HE CALIPERS, SHOCK TOWERS, BRAKES AND SPRINGS AND IT WOULD WORK ITSELF OUT. THE DEALER RECOMMENDED THE CONSUMER TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A CAR WASH, BUT THE PROBLEM CONTINUED AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS WASHED. THE TIRES WERE REPLACED BECAUSE THEY WERE SO BADLY WORN. *JB
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-12-27
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JA3AJ26E25U
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: PRIOR TO THE AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT ON DECEMBER 27, 2005 THERE WAS NO PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLE. WAS PURCHASED IN JULY OF 2005 (DEMO CAR-USED). THE ACCIDENT HAPPEN AS FOLLOWS, IT WAS COLD THAT NIGHT I WAS MAKING A RIGHT TURN GOING WEST INTO THE MIDDLE LANE. UNFORTUNATELY MY CAR DID NOT GO STRAIGHT BUT CONTINUE TO TURN. I CROSSED OVER FAR RIGHT LANE, THEN THE SIDE WALK INTO AN UTILITY POLL. COULD NOT CONTROL THE STEERING WHEEL OF THE CAR. THE WHEEL LOCKED, COULD NOT TURN THE CAR AT ALL. THE CAR CRASHED INTO AN UTILITY POLL IMPLODING BOTH AIR BAGS. MY INSURANCE COMPANY'S ADJUSTER DEEMED IT A TOTAL LOSS NON-REPAIR. NOT SURE IF THERE WERE ANY PROBLEMS WITH THIS MODEL OF CAR AT ALL, JUST WANTED TO REPORT THIS INCIDENT WITH THE DEALERSHIP TO INFORMED THEM OF WHAT HAPPEN, SO THAT IT WOULD BE ON THEIR RECORDS, JUST IN CASE ANOTHER INCIDENT HAPPEN WITH THIS MODELED CAR TO SOMEONE ELSE THAT WAS ALL, BUT THEY DID NOT ASSIST ME. I WANTED TO SEE IF THERE COULD BE A INVESTIGATION TO LOOK AT THE CAR TO SEE WHAT COULD HAVE CAUSED THE WHEEL TO LOCK AND FOR ME TO NOT HAVE CONTROL OF THE CAR. JUST WANTED THIS ON FILE TO LET YOU KNOW.*AK
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-12-27
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JA3AJ26E25U
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: PRIOR TO THE AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT ON DECEMBER 27,2005 THERE WAS NO PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLE TO MY KNOWLEDGE. IT WAS PURCHASED IN JULY 2005 , DEMO-USED CAR. THE ACCIDENT HAPPENED AS FOLLOWS: IT WAS VERY COLD THAT EVENING, I WAS MAKING A RIGHT TURN GOING WEST INTO THE MIDDLE LANE, UNFORTUNATELY MY CAR DID NOT GO STRAIGHT, BUT CONTINUE TO TURN. I CROSSED OVER TO THE FAR RIGHT LANE, THEN THE SIDE WALK INTO AN UTILITY POLL. COULD NOT CONTROL THE WHEEL OF THE CAR, THE WHEEL LOCKED, COULD NOT TURN THE CAR. THE CAR CRASHED INTO AN UTILITY POLL, IMPLODING BOTH AIR BAGS. MY INSURANCE COMPANY'S ADJUSTER DEEMED IT A TOTAL LOSS, NON-REPAIRABLE. NOT SURE IF THERE WERE ANY PROBLEMS WITH THIS MODEL AT ALL, JUST WANTED TO REPORT THIS INCIDENT WITH THE DEALERSHIP TO INFORMED THEM OF WHAT HAPPEN THAT IT WOULD BE ON THEIR RECORDS, JUST IN CASE ANOTHER INCIDENT HAPPEN WITH THIS MODELED CAR TO SOMEONE ELSE, THAT WAS ALL, BUT THE DEALERSHIP WOULD NOT ASSIST ME. I WANTED TO SEE IF THERE COULD BE AN INVESTIGATION DONE TO LOOK AT THE CAR TO SEE WHAT COULD HAVE CAUSED THE WHEEL TO LOCK AND FOR ME NOT TO HAVE CONTROL OF THE CAR. I DO NOT KNOW IF THERE WAS ANYTHING ON THE ROAD THAT EFFECTED THE TIRES, NOT SURE AT ALL BECAUSE EVERYTHING HAPPEN VERY QUICKLY THAT NIGHT. IF YOU NEED ANY DOCUMENTATION ON THE INCIDENT, PLEASE CONTACT ME AT [XXX]. I KNOW THIS IS A VERY SMALL CASE, BUT I JUST WANTED THIS ON FILE TO LET YOU KNOW. THANK YOU.*AK INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-11-09
- VIN: JA3AH86D15U
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I PURCHASED A BRAND NEW 2005 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION, AND TWO MONTHS LATER @ 1847 MILES, THE CLUTCH WENT OUT. MITSUBISHI REFUSED TO WARRANTY REPAIR THE FAILURE, SO I STARTED INVESTIGATING THEIR CLUTCHES. IT TURNS OUT SIX LOCAL REPAIR SHOPS AS WELL AS 4 MITSUBISHI TECHNICIANS ADVISED ME THE CLUTCHES ARE WEAK/DEFECTIVE FROM THE FACTORY, AND MITSUBISHI IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM ON MY MODEL, BUT REFUSES TO RECALL THEM OR REPAIR THEM. I ALSO WENT ON-LINE AND FOUND SEVERAL WEB-SITE COMPLAINTS ABOUT EVOLUTION CLUTCHES, INCLUDING "WWW.MITSUBISHISUCKS.COM" I CONTACTED MITSUBISHI'S CONSUMER COMPLAINT DEPT, WHO GENERATED FILE#[XXX] AND I WAS NEVER CONTACTED AGAIN. THEY REFUSE TO ACKNOWLEDGE THEIR PRODUCT FAILURE! MY VIN# [XXX]. I ENDED UP HAVING TO PAY $606.80 TO DAYTONA MITSUBISHI OR THEY WOULD NOT GIVE ME MY CAR BACK! THEY HEAD SERVICE MANAGER RON, TOLD ME "ITS A LITTLE CAR, WITH TOO MUCH POWER, SO MITSUBISHI HAD TO DESIGN IT IN A WAY WHERE SOMETHING WOULD HAVE TO BREAK, AND UNFORTUNATELY ITS THE CLUTCH". WITH HUNDREDS OF EXISTING COMPLAINTS, I WOULD RESPECTFULLY REQUEST MITSUBISHI HAVE TO RECALL ALL LANCER EVOLUTION CLUTCHES, AND REPLACE THEM WITH A UNIT THAT WILL NOT FAIL. *JB UPDATED 07/17/2012 *JS INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-09-22
- VIN: JA3AH86D45U
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I OWN A 2005 MITSUBISHI EVOLUTION LANCER THAT HAS 9,661 MILES ON IT AND THE CLUTCH IS ALREADY NEEDING TO BE REPLACED. MITSUBISHI ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THERE HAVE BEEN NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS REGARDING THIS PROBLEM THAT DATES BACK TO THE 2003 LANCER, BUT YET THEY STILL REFUSE TO CONFRONT THE ISSUE AND TAKE CARE OF IT. *NM
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer evolution recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer evolution.
- Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
- Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
- Summary: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2002-2007 Lancer, 2004 Lancer Wagon, 2003-2006 Lancer Evolution, 2003-2006 Outlander and 2007-2013 Outlander V-6 vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. In the affected vehicles, the front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.
- Consequence: A detached front control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. Depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one that has a sealing/anti-corrosion agent applied to it. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-003.
- Manufacturer: MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
- Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE TURBO CHARGER COOLANT HOSE WAS INCORRECTLY MANUFACTURED, AND MAY ALLOW COOLANT LEAKAGE.
- Consequence: IF A LEAK OCCURS, DURING VEHICLE OPERATION WHEN THE MANIFOLD IS HOT, COOLANT MAY IGNITE AND CAUSE A VEHICLE FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TURBO CHARGER COOLANT HOSE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 15, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 888-648-7820.
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Positive 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer evolution car reviews
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For the automotive enthusiast, the Lancer Evolution 8 is not just a car, it's an experience. The Evo is the ultimate expression of the passion and pleasure of driving. It's truly an amazing machine for those who can appreciate its nuances. So, get in it and DRIVE!
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I'm so happy with my '05 Evo! I've had it for 4 months now and it's been a joy to drive. The car starts up beautifully, looks amazing, and performs like a supercar (it's a shame that Mitsubishi isn't doing well). The acceleration is a bit slow at 2k/rpm, but once you hit 3k/rpm, the turbo kicks in and there's an incredible surge of power that's easy to control. And if you need to slow down quickly, the Brembo brakes and ABS work together seamlessly. The transmission shifts smoothly and the engine is powerful. The stiff chassis gives me confidence when I'm driving. Overall, it's a great car that's a pleasure to drive.
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This car is so much fun to drive! It handles better than any other car in its class, and the acceleration is really impressive. It may not be a dragster, but it's definitely quick. If you want to fully experience the potential of this car, you'll definitely want to drive it a lot.
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This is a great production car available at a reasonable price. I had the opportunity to test drive both the EVO 8 and the WRX STi, and while the Evolution has slightly less power and torque (276hp/286ft-lb. vs 300hp/300ft-lb), it boasts a much better suspension (much stiffer for better performance), a more advanced AWD system, and the Recaro seats in the EVO hug you, unlike the STi seats which were designed for larger individuals and provide no support. I have yet to be beaten in a race and it is the most enjoyable daily driver I've had the pleasure of riding in, let alone owning.
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Your 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII sounds like a blast to drive! It's always comfortable and handles turns and straight lines with ease.
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Are you having problems with your 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer evolution?
Keagan Jacobi 2024-08-13
I think this car is amazing, but it does have some turbo lag. It handles like a charm in the twisties, but in a straight line, it falls short at the top end. I have seen Cobra, STi, Camaro SS, and even lowly SRT-4 models that are faster. However, don't get me wrong, this car is awesome for what it was made for---rally; it turns like it's on rails.
Colton Hartmann 2024-06-29
That's a great value for the price and performance!